Mexican Pralines

Serves: 24 Cuisine: Mexican

Mexican Pralines are crunchy, nutty confections with caramelized sugar and toasted pecans, perfect for sweet cravings or as a delightful homemade treat for gatherings.

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Ingredients

  • 1 c. firmly packed brown sugar
  • 1 c. granulated sugar
  • 1 Tbsp. butter or margarine
  • 1 Tbsp. corn syrup
  • 5 Tbsp. water
  • 2 c. whole pecans

Instructions

  1. In a two-quart saucepan, combine the brown sugar, granulated sugar, corn syrup, butter or margarine, and water.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  3. Add the pecans and continue cooking over medium heat until the candy reaches the soft ball stage or 238°F.
  4. Remove from heat and stir rapidly until the mixture begins to lose its gloss.
  5. Quickly drop spoonfuls of the candy onto waxed paper and allow to harden.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

587 kcal 29% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 2.8g 6% DV
Total Fat 43.1g 55% DV
Carbs 52.9g 19% DV
Fiber 3.5g 13% DV
Sugar 44.2g 88% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10.3mg
Potassium 197.5mg 4% DV
Cholesterol 75mg 25% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 0.8mcg
Vitamin C 9.4mg 10% DV
Calcium 46.8mg 4% DV
Iron 1mg 5% 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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