Best 5 Pecan And Chocolate Pralines Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of sweet and nutty flavors with our delectable Pecan and Chocolate Pralines. These bite-sized confections are crafted with a harmonious blend of roasted pecans, rich chocolate, and a touch of creamy butter. As you bite into each praline, the crunchy pecans provide a delightful textural contrast to the velvety chocolate ganache, creating an irresistible taste sensation.

Our collection of praline recipes offers a range of variations to satisfy every palate. From the classic simplicity of our Traditional Pecan Pralines to the decadent indulgence of our Chocolate-Dipped Pecan Pralines, each recipe promises a unique and unforgettable experience.

For those seeking a healthier alternative, our Sugar-Free Pecan Pralines are a guilt-free delight, offering the same irresistible flavors without compromising on taste. And for those with a sweet tooth, our Maple Pecan Pralines elevate the classic recipe with a touch of maple syrup, adding a layer of sweetness and complexity.

No matter your preference, our Pecan and Chocolate Praline recipes are sure to impress and delight. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

PECAN PRALINES



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 30m

Yield 15 to 20 pralines

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups granulated sugar
1 cups half-and-half
1/3 stick butter
1/8 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/2 cups whole pecans

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients except the pecans in a heavy saucepan. Over medium heat stir mixture until it comes to a boil. Turn heat down to medium-low and continue to stir. Spoon mixture up on sides of pan to melt any sugar that hasn't melted.
  • Cook until mixture reaches 238 to 241 degrees F on a candy thermometer or soft ball stage. Stir in the pecans. Remove from heat. Stir until the mixture begins to thicken and becomes creamy and cloudy. Drop onto parchment paper, buttered pan or buttered marble slab, using a spoon or ice cream scoop. Let cool.
  • A viewer, who may not be a professional cook, provided this recipe. The Food Network Kitchens chefs have not tested this recipe and therefore, we cannot make representation as to the results.

CHOCOLATE PECAN PRALINE CAKE



Chocolate Pecan Praline Cake image

A very sweet lady gave me this recipe a long time ago. This is such an impressive looking cake! This cake once sold for $150 at a charity auction where I work.

Provided by Angel91805

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h55m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup butter
1/4 cup whipping cream
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup coarsely chopped pecans
18 1/4 ounces duncan hines devil's food cake mix
1 1/4 cups water
1/3 cup vegetable oil
3 eggs
2 (16 ounce) cans dark chocolate frosting
1/2-3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325.
  • In a small heavy saucepan, cook the butter, whipping cream and brown sugar over low heat, stirring occasionally, just until butter is melted. Divide evenly into two 9" cake pans. Spread this mixture over the bottom of pans and sprinkle liberally with ½ cup pecans in each.
  • In a large bowl, combine cake mix, oil, water & eggs at low speed until moistened; then beat 2 minutes at high speed. Divide evenly into the two cake pans by carefully spooning batter over pecans around edges of pan and then over the center area.
  • Bake 50-60 minutes or until ice pick inserted in the center tests clean.
  • Cool 5 minutes only. Then cover each pan with wax paper and invert onto wire racks to finish cooling. Determine which cake layer will be the top layer and add as many additional chopped pecans as desired to make topping lush and attractive looking.
  • When completely cooled, with both hands, carefully lift up the layer of cake to be the bottom layer and remove the waxed paper. Place on a serving/cake platter.
  • Spread frosting over the top of the pecans, filling in all the spaces around the bottom layer. Repeat procedure to place top layer of cake on the bottom layer, except DO NOT frost the top. Frost the sides only.
  • Then melt chocolate morsels with about a teaspoon of vegetable oil to a consistency that you can drizzle back and forth across the top of the cake to give it a finished look. You can do this by putting the chocolate chips and oil in a small Ziploc bag and placing the sealed bag in a pan or dish of hot water for a few minutes until chips are melted. Lift bag from water and dry off. Then compress the contents together with your fingers until well blended. Snip off a very small corner and the bottom of the bag and allow glaze to drizzle out while moving bag across top of the cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 806.9, Fat 45.5, SaturatedFat 14.6, Cholesterol 80, Sodium 576.3, Carbohydrate 103, Fiber 3, Sugar 82.1, Protein 6.3

CHOCOLATE PECAN PRALINE SAUCE (PAMPERED CHEF)



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A Pampered Chef consultant demonstrated this recipe at one of my Pampered Chef kitchen shows. It was a big hit with all my guest! Perfect for any chocolate craving!!!

Provided by Kim D.

Categories     Sauces

Time 20m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 cup packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons light corn syrup
1 dash salt
1 cup evaporated milk
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, melt butter and chocolate chips over medium heat.
  • Stir until blended and add brown sugar, corn syrup and salt.
  • Boil 5 minutes.
  • Add evaporated milk, pecans, and vanilla extract.
  • Stir and boil 1 minute longer.
  • Cool a little and serve warm on top of ice cream or a brownie sundae!

HERSHEY'S CHOCOLATE PRALINES



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Make and share this Hershey's Chocolate Pralines recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Theresa Thunderbird

Categories     Candy

Time 1h

Yield 3 Dozen

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 cups sugar
1 1/2 cups packed light brown sugar
6 tablespoons hershey cocoa
1 cup light cream
6 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 cups coarsely broken pecans

Steps:

  • Line 2 cookie sheets with wax paper.
  • In a heavy 3 quart saucepan combine sugar,brown sugar,cocoa and light cream.
  • Cook over medium heat,stirring constantly until mixture boils.
  • Reduce heat to low,cook stirring occanionally to 234 degrees (soft ball stage).
  • Remove from heat.
  • Add butter and vanilla.
  • DO NOT STIR.
  • Cool at room temperature to 160 degrees.
  • Add pecans,Beat with wooden spoon just until mixture begins to thicken (about 1-2 minutes) but is still glossy.
  • Quickly drop by teaspoonfuls onto cookie sheet.
  • Cool.
  • Store covered.

CHOCOLATE PRALINES, MEXICAN STYLE



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These are the kind of pralines that you find at the checkout in Mexican restaurants. They are creamy instead of chewy like those in New Orleans, and the secret ingredient to make these creamy dreamy pralines...marshmallows! These are surprisingly easy to make and even quicker to disappear!

Provided by mintconditionherbfarm

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h40m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 ½ cups white sugar
½ cup packed light brown sugar
½ cup evaporated whole milk
3 tablespoons light corn syrup
1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
4 large marshmallows
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
2 teaspoons butter
2 cups chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Stir white sugar, light brown sugar, evaporated milk, corn syrup, and cocoa powder in a saucepan and bring the mixture to a full rolling boil over medium heat. Reduce heat to medium low and cook, stirring constantly, until the syrup reaches 220 degrees F (104 degrees C) when measured with a candy thermometer. A small amount of syrup dropped into cold water should form a soft ball that flattens when removed from the water and placed on a flat surface.
  • Remove pan from heat and stir in marshmallows, vanilla extract, butter, and pecans, beating the candy by hand until creamy and the candy begins to to set up slightly at the edges of the pan, about 10 minutes.
  • Drop the warm candy by teaspoons onto the parchment paper; allow room for pralines to spread slightly. Cool the candy thoroughly before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100.3 calories, Carbohydrate 14.6 g, Cholesterol 1.6 mg, Fat 4.9 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 0.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 7.9 mg, Sugar 12.8 g

Tips:

  • Use a heavy-bottomed saucepan to prevent scorching.
  • Stir the mixture constantly to prevent sticking.
  • Use a candy thermometer to ensure the mixture reaches the correct temperature.
  • Do not overcook the mixture, as this will make the pralines hard and crumbly.
  • Drop the praline mixture onto a greased baking sheet using a teaspoon or a piping bag.
  • Allow the pralines to cool completely before serving.
  • Store the pralines in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

Pecan and chocolate pralines are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. These pralines are made with a combination of pecans, chocolate, and sugar, and they have a rich and decadent flavor. They are also gluten-free and can be made vegan by using dairy-free chocolate and butter. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make these delicious pralines at home and enjoy them with your friends and family.

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