Pralines

7 ingredients
8 steps

Ingredients

  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup light cream (half&half)
  • 3 tablespoons butter, unsalted
  • 6 ounces pecans optional
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

  1. 1
    In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the sugars, half and half and the butter.
  2. 2
    Using a heat resistant or wood spatula stir the mixture to 232AF.
  3. 3
    At 230AF add the remaining ingredients and stir to 237AF.
  4. 4
    Remove from heat and let the mixture cool undisturbed and uncovered to 214AF.
  5. 5
    At 212AF stir the mixture for a few seconds and drop tablespoons full on wax paper or on a silicone baking mat.
  6. 6
    Let harden.
  7. 7
    Note: If the mixture firms or becomes crystallized before it was dropped, reheat the mixture with a few drops of water.
  8. 8
    Let cool slightly and drop on wax paper.

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