New Orleans Bourbon Pecan Pralines
Indulge in the rich, buttery, and nutty flavor of these classic New Orleans-style Bourbon Pecan Pralines. This easy-to-follow recipe yields a batch of delectable treats that are perfect for gifting or enjoying yourself.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Total Time: 30-35 minutes
- Yield: About 20 pralines 1x
- Category: dessert
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup bourbon
- 2 cups pecan halves
Instructions
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, and water. Stir over medium heat until the sugar dissolves.
- Cook to Soft Ball Stage: Continue cooking, without stirring, until the mixture reaches the soft ball stage (235°F/113°C).
- Add Remaining Ingredients: Remove the pan from the heat and carefully stir in the heavy cream, butter, vanilla extract, and bourbon.
- Add Pecans: Stir in the pecan halves, ensuring they are evenly coated in the caramel mixture.
- Shape Pralines: Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them apart.
- Cool and Store: Allow the pralines to cool completely before storing them in an airtight container at room temperature.
Notes
- For a more intense bourbon flavor, increase the amount of bourbon to 1/2 cup.
- Experiment with different nuts like almonds or walnuts.
- For a chocolatey twist, drizzle melted chocolate over the cooled pralines.
- Storage: Store pralines in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
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