Description
Vanilla Pecan Pralines are a sweet and creamy candy made with vanilla chocolate chips, marshmallow creme, and crunchy pecans, perfect for a delicious homemade treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 7 oz evaporated milk
- 1/4 cup butter, cubed
- 1 package (11 oz) vanilla or white chocolate chips (Ghirardelli recommended)
- 4 oz marshmallow creme
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups chopped pecans
Instructions
- Place two long sheets of waxed paper on cookie sheets or your countertop.
- Add sugar, milk, and butter to a heavy-bottomed saucepan. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a low boil and continue boiling while stirring for 8 minutes.
- Stir in the vanilla chips and marshmallow creme until the chips are fully melted. Remove from heat and mix in the vanilla and pecans, ensuring everything is evenly combined.
- Let the mixture cool for 2–3 minutes until thick but still creamy. If it feels too firm, add a couple of teaspoons of evaporated milk and stir well.
- Drop the mixture by tablespoons onto the waxed paper. Let the pralines cool until set.
- Store in an airtight container, layering the candy between sheets of waxed paper.
Notes
- Use high-quality vanilla or white chocolate chips (Ghirardelli is recommended) for the best flavor.
- If the praline mixture becomes too firm, add a little more evaporated milk to get it to the right consistency.
- Store pralines in an airtight container to keep them fresh.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 praline
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg