Pecan Caramels

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Ingredients

  • 2 c. sugar
  • 2 c. (1 pt.) light corn syrup
  • 1/2 c. real butter
  • 2 c. half and half
  • 1 tsp. vanilla

Instructions

  1. In large heavy saucepan, boil sugar and corn syrup to firm ball stage (245°), stirring occasionally.
  2. Add butter and half and half, stirring so slowly that syrup does not stop boiling at any time.
  3. Again cook rapidly, stirring constantly, to 245°.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla and nuts.
  5. Pour into well-buttered 9 x 9-inch pan.
  6. Cool.
  7. Cut into bite-sized pieces and wrap each in waxed paper.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

564 kcal 28% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 2.8g 6% DV
Total Fat 43.1g 55% DV
Carbs 31.5g 11% DV
Fiber 3.5g 13% DV
Sugar 23.1g 46% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 5mg
Potassium 201.3mg 4% DV
Cholesterol 75mg 25% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 0.8mcg
Vitamin C 9.4mg 10% DV
Calcium 26.3mg 2% DV
Iron 0.8mg 5% DV

* % 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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