These Mexican pralines are a super rich and decadent kind of homemade candy that only take 10 minutes to prepare! They are sweet, creamy, and loaded with delicious pecans! Not to mention, this beginner-friendly recipe is super easy to make!
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Instructions
Prepare 2 baking sheets by lining them with parchment paper and then lightly spritzing them with nonstick cooking spray.
In a large saucepan, mix together your brown sugar, butter, and half & half, and bring the mixture to a full rolling boil.
Cook, stirring continuously, for 1 FULL minute, and then remove the mixture from the heat.
Whisk in the confectioners' sugar and vanilla extract until smooth. Then, stir in the chopped pecans.
Use a tablespoon to drop rounded scoops onto the prepared baking sheets (there will be about 30 in total).
Allow the candy to harden and set before serving.
Notes
Timing is everything! Once your mixture gets to a full rolling boil, let it boil (while stirring) for exactly one minute (set a timer)! If you don't cook the mixture for long enough, your candy won't be able to set. However, if you cook it for too long, it becomes dry.
My pralines were set and ready to go in just a few minutes. However, this can vary based on humidity. Your candy should take no more than 30 minutes to fully set.
This recipe is quick, so make sure you have everything you need ready to go before getting started.
If needed, spritz your tablespoon with cooking spray to make it easier to scoop out the candy without it sticking!
To store: Make sure your pralines are completely cool and set before storing them in a sealed container at room temperature for up to a week (if they last that long)!
To freeze: Wrap your pralines in aluminum foil and then place them into a Ziploc freezer-safe bag. They can be frozen for up to 2 months, just allow them to thaw at room temperature before eating.
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