PECAN DELIGHTS
A relative visiting from Oklahoma brought these and the recipe with her. Who can resist rich chewy caramel over crunchy pecans drizzled with sweet chocolate? These candies have become a holiday favorite to both make and eat! -Linda Jonsson, Marion, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h15m
Yield about 4 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, combine the first four ingredients. Cook over medium heat until all sugar is dissolved. Gradually add milk; mix well. Continue cooking until a candy thermometer reads 248° (firm-ball stage). , Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla until blended. Fold in the pecans. Drop by tablespoonfuls onto a greased or parchment-lined baking sheets. Chill until firm. Loosen from paper. , Melt chocolate chips and shortening in a microwave-safe bowl. Drizzle over each cluster. Cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 255 calories, Fat 17g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 71mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
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