Easy Pecan Pralines

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves: 12 Cuisine: American

Rich and creamy pecan pralines with caramelized sugar and toasted pecans, offering a delightful crunch and sweetness, perfect for satisfying candy cravings or sharing at gatherings.

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Ingredients

  • 2 c. brown sugar
  • 1/2 c. evaporated milk
  • 1/2 stick margarine
  • 1 1/2 c. small marshmallows
  • 2 c. pecan halves
  • 1 tsp. vanilla

Instructions

  1. Place sugar, evaporated milk, and margarine in a heavy saucepan.
  2. Cook to soft ball stage.
  3. Add marshmallows and vanilla, then stir until dissolved.
  4. Continue stirring a few minutes longer.
  5. Add pecans.
  6. Drop by spoonfuls onto waxed paper.
  7. Allow to cool and firm before serving.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

550 kcal 27% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 3.5g 7% DV
Total Fat 23.8g 30% DV
Carbs 67.1g 24% DV
Fiber 1.2g 4% DV
Sugar 47.9g 96% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 385.8mg 17% DV
Potassium 190mg 4% DV
Cholesterol 1.5mg 1% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 172mcg 19% DV
Vitamin C 8.9mg 10% DV
Vitamin D 1.3mcg 7% DV
Calcium 210mg 16% DV
Iron 5.5mg 30% DV
Contains Milk Tree nuts

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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