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Candied Pecans

Pecans candied with a sour cream mixture that is similar to pralines
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 24
Calories 131 kcal

Equipment

  • candy thermometer
  • parchment paper or silicone baking mat

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup full-fat sour cream
  • 1 1 /2 cups sugar
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 2 cups pecan halves
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions
 

  • In a saucepan, combine the sour cream, sugar, and salt. Attach a candy thermometer to the side of the pan. Heat the mixture on medium-low heat until it reaches 234°F (soft-ball stage). Stir frequently to prevent scorching.
  • Remove from the heat and remove the thermometer.
  • Add the vanilla and stir to mix.
  • Add the nuts. Stir to coat them.
  • Pour out the nuts onto a sheet of parchment paper, separating them as much as possible. Work quickly, because they harden fast. When they are cool, break them apart to further separate the pecans.

Notes

Yield

This recipe makes about 1 1/2 pounds of candied nuts.

Soft-Ball Stage

When cooking the sour cream mixture, heat to a temperature of 234 to 240°F. For optimal results, remove the sour cream mixture from the heat when it reaches 234°F, as the temperature may keep rising.
 

Nutrition

Calories: 131kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 3mgSodium: 3mgPotassium: 40mgFiber: 1gSugar: 17gVitamin A: 34IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 11mgIron: 0.2mg
Keyword Candied Pecans, Frosted, Pecans, Sweet
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