SOUTHERN PRALINES

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This recipe is truly Southern, and it's been a family favorite for years. I've packed many a Christmas tin with this candy.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield about 3-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cups packed brown sugar
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons light corn syrup
1/4 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups chopped pecans
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1-1/4 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a large heavy saucepan, combine the brown sugar, cream, corn syrup and salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Cook until a candy thermometer reads 230° (thread stage), stirring occasionally., Carefully stir in pecans and butter. Cook, stirring occasionally, until a candy thermometer reads 236° (soft-ball stage)., Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla. Beat with a wooden spoon until candy thickens and begins to lose its gloss, about 4-5 minutes. , Quickly drop by heaping tablespoonfuls onto waxed paper; spread to form 2-in. patties. Let stand until set. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 121 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 31mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Davinder Khalsa
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These pralines are delicious! The only thing I would change is to add a little more sugar to the frosting.


Md Akaram
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I've made these pralines several times and they always turn out perfect. They're so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


Aaif jabbar Shar
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These pralines are delicious! I made them for a party last weekend and they were a hit. Everyone loved them.


Keshav Girdhari
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I've made these pralines several times and they always turn out perfect. They're a favorite of my family and friends.


Govinda Timalsina
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These pralines are the best I've ever had. They're so rich and decadent.


ovro islam143
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I love these pralines! They're so creamy and flavorful.


Ace Burton
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These pralines are easy to make and they're so delicious. I will definitely be making them again.


Ally Holmes
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I made these pralines for my family and they loved them. They're so rich and decadent.


Raesibe Matabane
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These pralines are delicious! The only thing I would change is to add a little more sugar to the frosting.


Rogasiani Issara
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I've made these pralines several times and they always turn out perfect. They're so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


Zeeshankhan Zeshan
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These pralines are delicious! I made them for a party last weekend and they were a hit. Everyone loved them.


Owusu F Prince
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I've made these pralines several times and they always turn out perfect. They're a favorite of my family and friends.


Lesedi Chabangu
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These pralines are the best I've ever had. They're so rich and decadent.


Bishal Yonjan Tearboy
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I love these pralines! They're so creamy and flavorful.


Xatalyst
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These pralines are easy to make and they're so delicious. I will definitely be making them again.


Mazamazam Bhullar
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I made these pralines for my family and they loved them. They're so rich and decadent.


tina wynn
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These pralines are delicious! The only thing I would change is to add a little more sugar to the frosting.


Gazi Gaming YT
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I've made these pralines several times and they always turn out perfect. They're so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


Alana Black
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These pralines are SO good! I made them for a party last weekend and they were a hit. Everyone loved them.