Best 8 Peanut Butter Pecan Pralines Recipes

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Indulge your sweet cravings with the ultimate guide to creating delectable peanut butter pecan pralines. These rich and buttery confections, characterized by their golden brown exterior and irresistible nutty-sweet filling, are a true testament to culinary artistry. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this comprehensive guide will equip you with the knowledge and techniques to craft perfect pralines that will leave a lasting impression on your taste buds and those of your loved ones.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PECAN PRALINES



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 30m

Yield 15 to 20 pralines

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups granulated sugar
1 cups half-and-half
1/3 stick butter
1/8 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/2 cups whole pecans

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients except the pecans in a heavy saucepan. Over medium heat stir mixture until it comes to a boil. Turn heat down to medium-low and continue to stir. Spoon mixture up on sides of pan to melt any sugar that hasn't melted.
  • Cook until mixture reaches 238 to 241 degrees F on a candy thermometer or soft ball stage. Stir in the pecans. Remove from heat. Stir until the mixture begins to thicken and becomes creamy and cloudy. Drop onto parchment paper, buttered pan or buttered marble slab, using a spoon or ice cream scoop. Let cool.
  • A viewer, who may not be a professional cook, provided this recipe. The Food Network Kitchens chefs have not tested this recipe and therefore, we cannot make representation as to the results.

PECAN PRALINES



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I concocted my own recipe for these delectable Southern sweets by adjusting several others I tried. My family thinks these pralines have the perfect texture and just the right taste. Packaged in colorful tins, they make great gifts. -Pat Stevens, Granbury, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield about 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup milk
8 large marshmallows
2 cups coarsely chopped pecans
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dash ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Lightly butter two baking sheets or line with waxed paper; set aside. In a saucepan, combine the sugars, milk and marshmallows. Cook and stir over low heat until marshmallows are completely melted. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until a candy thermometer reads 234°-240° (soft-ball stage)., Without stirring or scraping, pour hot liquid into another saucepan. Add the pecans, butter, vanilla and cinnamon. Stir rapidly until mixture is thickened and creamy, about 3 minutes. Drop quickly by rounded tablespoonfuls onto prepared pans. Flatten slightly. Let stand until set. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts :

PECAN PRALINES



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This was my mother's recipe.

Provided by Susan White

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Praline Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 30

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup brown sugar
1 cup white sugar
⅓ cup water
1 tablespoon butter
2 cups chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Generously butter baking sheets.
  • In a large saucepan over medium heat, combine brown sugar, white sugar, water and butter. Bring to a rapid boil and stir in pecans. Continue to cook and stir until large bubbles form on the surface, pecans begin to look sugary and mixture just begins to color. Remove from heat and drop by rounded spoonfuls onto prepared sheets. Let cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 107.3 calories, Carbohydrate 14.9 g, Cholesterol 1 mg, Fat 5.6 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 0.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 4.8 mg, Sugar 14.1 g

YUMMY PECAN PRALINES



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Pecans are cooked to the soft ball stage with brown sugar, white sugar, evaporated milk and butter and then beaten and poured on a slab to firm up in these sweet, chewy candies.

Provided by SARATHERESA

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Praline Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup brown sugar
1 cup white sugar
½ cup evaporated milk
2 tablespoons butter
1 ¼ cups pecan halves
¼ teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Generously grease a large slab or baking sheet.
  • In a saucepan over medium heat, combine brown sugar, white sugar and milk. Bring to a boil. Stir in butter, pecans and vanilla. Heat, without stirring, to between 234 and 240 degrees F (112 to 116 degrees C), or until a small amount of syrup dropped into cold water forms a soft ball that flattens when removed from the water and placed on a flat surface. Remove from heat and let cool 5 minutes.
  • Beat until thickened, then pour immediately onto prepared surface and let rest until firm and completely cool before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 145.9 calories, Carbohydrate 22.4 g, Cholesterol 4.9 mg, Fat 6.5 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 17.9 mg, Sugar 21.6 g

PEANUT PRALINES



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I have several great peanut recipes...but these pralines are heavenly.-Belinda Brown, Wedowee, Alabama

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield about 2-1/2 pounds.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2-1/2 cups sugar
1 cup buttermilk
1 cup butter, cubed
2 tablespoons peanut butter
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
2-1/2 cups dry roasted peanuts

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, combine sugar, buttermilk and butter. Cook and stir over low heat until butter is melted and sugar is dissolved. Cook over medium heat until a candy thermometer reds 234°-240° (soft-ball stage), stirring occasionally. Add peanut butter, vanilla, baking soda and peanuts; stir rapidly until mixture is thickened and creamy. Drop quickly by tablespoonfuls onto waxed paper-lined or lightly buttered baking sheets, shaping into patties. Let stand until cool and set. Store in an airtight container.

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PEANUT BUTTER PECAN PRALINES



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From the September 2006 issue of Southern Lady magazine. These are wonderful gifts for any occasion!

Provided by Sherrybeth

Categories     Candy

Time 1h

Yield 18 candies

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup sugar
1 cup light brown sugar, firmly packed
1 cup evaporated milk
1/4 cup butter, softened
1/3 cup creamy peanut butter
1 1/2 cups pecans, chopped
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a large, heavy bottomed saucepan, combine the sugars and milk over medium high heat. Stir CONSTANTLY until mixture reasches 228 degrees on a candy thermometer.
  • Add butter, peanut butter and pecans and continue to stir until mixture reaches 240 degrees.
  • Remove from heat and stir in vanilla.
  • Beat VIGOROUSLY with a WOODEN spoon until mixture begins to thicken and lose the glossy appearance.
  • Working QUICKLY, drop by rounded tablespoonfuls onto lightly greased aluminum foil.
  • Cool completely and store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 221.9, Fat 12.6, SaturatedFat 3.3, Cholesterol 10.8, Sodium 59.7, Carbohydrate 26.6, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 23.7, Protein 3

NANNY'S BASIC PECAN PRALINES



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 20m

Yield 18 to 20 pralines

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup white granulated sugar
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1 1/2 cups whole pecans
Butter, to grease cookie sheet

Steps:

  • Place sugars, water and cream in a heavy, medium saucepan over moderate heat. Stir often and cook to a soft ball stage, about 8 to 10 minutes. Use a candy thermometer; the soft-ball stage is between 234 degrees F and 240 degrees F.
  • Remove from heat and beat mixture with an electric mixer in the pot on low setting until creamy, 2 or 3 minutes. Stir in all the pecans to coat evenly. Using a soup spoon or tablespoon, drop big spoonfuls of praline mixture onto a buttered sheet pan to cool.

ANNIE'S PECAN PRALINES



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I have been making these pralines for 20 years. They are creamy, not sticky, and do not have that gritty sugar texture.

Provided by Miss Annie

Categories     Candy

Time 15m

Yield 25 Pralines (approximately)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups white sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup buttermilk
1 pinch salt
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
2 1/2 cups pecan halves

Steps:

  • Combine in a large pan the sugar, soda, buttermilk and salt.
  • Cook briskly, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes.
  • Add butter and pecans.
  • Cook for approximately 5 minutes more, or until mixture reaches softball stage (234ºF).
  • Remove from heat and beat until just creamy.
  • Drop by spoonsful onto waxed paper.
  • Store in airtight containers.
  • NOTE: If you put newspapers under the waxed paper, it is easier to remove candy without breaking.

Tips:

  • Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all the ingredients and equipment you need. This will help you stay organized and avoid scrambling.
  • Use fresh ingredients: The fresher your ingredients, the better your pralines will taste. If possible, use organic and locally-sourced ingredients.
  • Don't overcook the sugar: The key to making perfect pralines is to cook the sugar to the right temperature. If you overcook it, the pralines will be hard and brittle.
  • Stir constantly: When you're cooking the sugar, stir it constantly to prevent it from burning.
  • Be careful when adding the butter: The butter will cause the sugar to bubble and splatter. Be careful not to get burned.
  • Let the pralines cool completely: Before you enjoy your pralines, let them cool completely. This will help them set and develop their full flavor.

Conclusion:

Peanut butter pecan pralines are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a batch of pralines that are sure to impress your friends and family. So next time you're looking for a sweet and satisfying snack, give peanut butter pecan pralines a try. You won't be disappointed.

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