Description
Indulge in the rich, old-fashioned goodness of homemade Pecan Candy with this easy-to-follow recipe. Sweet, creamy, and loaded with pecans, this Southern treat is perfect for gifting or enjoying yourself.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups pecan halves or chopped pecans
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it, and set aside.
- Cook the Sugar and Milk: In a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat, combine the sugar and milk, stirring constantly until the sugar dissolves.
- Boil the Mixture: Bring the mixture to a gentle boil and continue cooking without stirring until it reaches the soft-ball stage (about 235–240°F on a candy thermometer).
- Finish the Candy: Remove from heat and quickly stir in the butter, vanilla extract, and salt. Beat the mixture until it thickens slightly and becomes creamy. Stir in the pecans and mix well to coat.
- Shape and Cool: Quickly drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Let the pecan candy cool and set completely before serving.
Notes
- You can use chopped pecans for bite-sized pieces or pecan halves for a more rustic look.
- For added flavor, toast the pecans lightly before adding them to the mixture.
- Store candy in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 2mg
