Description
Indulge in these Vanilla Pecan Pralines, featuring a fragrant cardamom-infused caramel core and a delicate sprinkle of toasted coconut. These elevated pralines offer a comforting yet sophisticated treat, perfect for gifting or enjoying a moment of bliss.
Ingredients
Scale
- 150g (2.3 cups) Pecan Halves, Toasted
- 100g (0.5 cup) Unsalted Butter, Cubed
- 200g (1 cup) Granulated Sugar
- 120ml (0.5 cup) Heavy Cream, Chilled
- 2 tsp (10ml) Alcohol-Free Vanilla Extract
- 0.5 tsp (2g) Ground Cardamom
- 0.25 tsp (1g) Flaky Sea Salt, plus extra
- 30g (0.25 cup) Toasted Coconut Flakes
- Pinch of Pink Himalayan Salt (optional)
Instructions
- Toast Pecans: Toast pecan halves at 180°C (350°F) for 8-10 minutes until fragrant and golden. Cool completely.
- Caramelize Sugar: Melt sugar over medium heat, swirling gently until it becomes a deep amber caramel.
- Emulsify Butter: Remove from heat and whisk in cubed butter until fully incorporated.
- Add Cream & Flavorings: Whisk in chilled heavy cream, then add vanilla, cardamom, and sea salt.
- Cool Caramel: Cool caramel for 15 minutes until pliable.
- Combine with Pecans: Fold in half of the chopped pecans.
- Portion & Shape: Spoon into 20g balls.
- Coat in Pecans: Roll balls in remaining pecans.
- Coconut Finish: Roll in toasted coconut flakes.
- Chill & Set: Chill for 20 minutes to set.
Notes
For best results, use high-quality ingredients and monitor the caramelization process closely to prevent burning. A slightly dampened spoon helps prevent the caramel from sticking when portioning.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 praline
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 25 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
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