CHRISTMAS PECAN LOGS

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This is such a nice "old fashioned" candy to make for the holidays. You need to make this in advance as the candy needs to sit for a couple of days for the flavors to come together. Make sure you read the recipe twice before starting. Takes some effort, but this is so delicious and a very special addition to any Christmas cookie tray - Enjoy!

Provided by kelycarter_

Categories Candy

Time 2h

Yield 50 slices

Number Of Ingredients 8

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Ingredients

2 cups sugar
1 1/2 cups water
2 tablespoons light corn syrup
1/3 cup maraschino cherry, drained & finely chopped
14 ounces vanilla caramels
3 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons water
2 cups chopped pecans, lightly toasted

Steps:

In pan combine sugar, water, and corn syrup. Cook over medium-high heat to boiling, stirring constantly to dissolve sugar (6 to 8 minutes).
Then reduce to medium-low heat, without stirring, till thermometer registers 240 degrees, soft-ball stage (about 30 more minutes).
Remove pan from heat; remove thermometer. Pour mixture onto a large platter. Do not scrape the cooked candy from the sides of the pan (this part tends to over-cook and gives a hard texture to the candy -- it's not worth wrecking the soft creamy center by adding this).
Cool, without stirring, until slightly warm to the touch. About an hour.
Add cherries to the mixture and beat with a wooden spoon for 10 minutes utill candy is white, creamy and has lots of air incorporated into it. (This step can also be accomplished using a paddle attachment on a food processor).
Form into logs (individual size or 2 large) and wrap in clear plastic wrap.
Place wrapped logs in the freezer for at least 1 hour.
For the coating:.
In a heavy saucepan combine caramels, butter and water. Cook over low heat until caramels are melted.
Spread chopped pecans on a piece of waxed paper.
Remove the saucepan from heat. Dip the unwrapped fondant logs into the melted caramel mixture. Let excess caramel drip off the log.
Place the dipped log on the chopped pecans and roll until it is covered.
Chill 1 hour or until ready to serve. To serve, let logs stand at room temperature about 30 minutes.
Cut into 1/4 inch slices.

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bloody mess (qsfemiss)

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The frosting on these pecan logs is the perfect finishing touch. It's sweet and creamy, and it pairs perfectly with the crunchy pecans.

Monica Young

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I love how easy these pecan logs are to make. I can always count on them to turn out perfect.

Morshed Alam

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These pecan logs are a festive and delicious treat that are perfect for any holiday party.

Apostle Emmanuel Senderayi

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I've never made pecan logs before, but this recipe made it so easy. They turned out great and everyone loved them.

Kafka

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These pecan logs are a delicious and easy-to-make holiday treat. I highly recommend them.

Sbusiso Khoza

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I love the combination of the sweet frosting and the crunchy pecans in these pecan logs.

Basem Fouad

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These pecan logs are the perfect combination of sweet and crunchy. They are a great holiday treat.

Laxuman Sah teli

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I've made these pecan logs several times and they are always a hit. They are so easy to make and they taste delicious.

atif shah

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These pecan logs are a delicious and festive treat that are perfect for any holiday party.

Sadia Awan

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I love these pecan logs! They are so easy to make and they always turn out perfect. I've made them for Christmas parties, potlucks, and even just for a snack.