Wilma'S Christmas Candy

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

Wilma's Christmas Candy is a rich, nutty treat featuring a soft caramel-like center studded with crunchy pecans. Its sweet, vanilla-infused flavor makes it perfect for holiday gatherings or gift-giving, appealing to those who enjoy classic candies with a homemade touch.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1 teaspoon soda
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 2 cups pecans

Instructions

  1. Mix buttermilk, sugar, and soda together in a saucepan.
  2. Cook until the mixture turns brown and forms a soft ball when tested in cold water.
  3. Remove from heat and add vanilla and butter.
  4. Beat the mixture until it becomes glossy.
  5. Add pecan meats and stir until the mixture thickens.
  6. Spoon out onto wax paper and allow to cool.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

581 kcal 29% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 5.3g 11% DV
Total Fat 45.2g 58% DV
Carbs 27.8g 10% DV
Fiber 4.2g 15% DV
Sugar 5.4g 11% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 130.3mg 6% DV
Potassium 301.5mg 6% DV
Cholesterol 82.3mg 27% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 24.5mcg 3% DV
Vitamin C 9.6mg 11% DV
Vitamin D 0.3mcg 2% DV
Calcium 75.3mg 6% DV
Iron 1.5mg 8% 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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