Southern Pecan Log

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Ingredients

  • 2 c. white sugar
  • 1 c. light brown sugar
  • 1 c. light cream
  • 1/4 c. corn syrup
  • 2 Tbsp. margarine
  • 3/4 c. confectioners sugar
  • 1 c. finely chopped pecans

Instructions

  1. In medium-heavy saucepan, combine white sugar, brown sugar, cream and syrup; mix well.
  2. Cook, but do not stir, to 240° on candy thermometer or until small amount dropped in cold water forms a firm ball.
  3. Remove from heat.
  4. Add butter but do not stir. Cool to 150°.
  5. Beat with electric mixer until very thick and light colored.
  6. Stir in 1/2 cup confectioners sugar. Knead in additional sugar until mixture is very stiff.
  7. Divide and roll into four 1 1/2 x 6-inch logs.
  8. Brush with corn syrup.
  9. Roll in nuts.
  10. Wrap in wax paper.
  11. Chill; slice.
  12. Store in refrigerator.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

744 kcal 37% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 3.1g 6% DV
Total Fat 41.1g 53% DV
Carbs 98.2g 36% DV
Fiber 2.4g 9% DV
Sugar 94.6g 100% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 187mg 8% DV
Potassium 174.3mg 4% DV
Cholesterol 8.8mg 3% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 25mcg 3% DV
Vitamin C 0.5mg 1% DV
Calcium 66.3mg 5% DV
Iron 0.9mg 5% DV

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

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