Description
A delightful dessert that combines the rich, buttery sweetness of caramel with crunchy toasted pecans, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- Pecans: 1 cup, chopped
- Brown Sugar: 1 cup
- Butter: 1/2 cup (1 stick)
- Heavy Cream: 1/2 cup
- Vanilla Extract: 1 teaspoon
Instructions
- Gather all your ingredients.
- Prepare an 8-inch square baking dish by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper.
- In a medium saucepan, combine brown sugar, butter, and heavy cream. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until it boils. Let it boil for 3-4 minutes without stirring.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and toasted pecans.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Allow to cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes before cutting into squares.
Notes
- Measure ingredients accurately to avoid texture issues.
- Toast pecans for enhanced flavor.
- Avoid stirring the mixture once it reaches a boil.
- Be mindful of cooling time before pouring into the baking dish.
- Do not skip the vanilla extract for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Pecan Praline, Dessert, Sweet Treat, Caramel, Nuts