In the world of delectable desserts, pecan delights stand out as a true treat. These bite-sized wonders, often enjoyed during the holiday season, are a harmonious blend of sweet, crunchy pecans, gooey caramel, and a rich chocolate coating. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, embarking on the journey of creating this classic confection can be incredibly rewarding. In this comprehensive guide, we'll guide you through the process of selecting the finest ingredients, mastering the art of caramel making, and achieving that perfect chocolate tempering technique. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and impress your loved ones with these irresistible pecan delights.
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PECAN DELIGHTS
A relative visiting from Oklahoma brought these and the recipe with her. Who can resist rich chewy caramel over crunchy pecans drizzled with sweet chocolate? These candies have become a holiday favorite to both make and eat! -Linda Jonsson, Marion, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h15m
Yield about 4 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, combine the first four ingredients. Cook over medium heat until all sugar is dissolved. Gradually add milk; mix well. Continue cooking until a candy thermometer reads 248° (firm-ball stage). , Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla until blended. Fold in the pecans. Drop by tablespoonfuls onto a greased or parchment-lined baking sheets. Chill until firm. Loosen from paper. , Melt chocolate chips and shortening in a microwave-safe bowl. Drizzle over each cluster. Cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 255 calories, Fat 17g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 71mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
PECAN DELIGHTS
This recipe comes from a holiday catalog from Taste of Home. Reminds me of "Turtles," my dad's favorite treat!
Provided by bug lt
Categories Candy
Time 1h25m
Yield 48 clusters
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In large saucepan, combine sugar, butter, syrup and salt.
- Cook over medium heat until all sugar is dissolved.
- Gradually add milk to mixture and mix well.
- Continue to cook until candy thermometer reaches 248°F, or firm ball stage.
- Remove mixture from heat and stir in vanilla.
- Fold in pecans.
- Drop by tablespoonfuls onto a greased sheet, or sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Chill drops till firm.
- Loosen from paper.
- Melt the chocolate and shortening together in the microwave or in a double boiler.
- Drizzle the chocolate mixture over each pecan cluster.
- Allow to cool completely.
ORANGE PECAN DELIGHTS
Make and share this Orange Pecan Delights recipe from Food.com.
Provided by grandma2969
Categories Drop Cookies
Time 32m
Yield 4 dozen
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- cream butter and sugars.
- add eggs and rind and beat well.
- stir in the sour cream and blend in the sifted ingredients gradually.
- add the nuts and drop in rounded tspfuls on greased baking sheet.
- bake at 375* for 12 minutes.
- ice with orange icing.
- to prepare icing.
- mix all ingredients until of spreading consistency.2-3 minutes.
CHOCO-CARAMEL PECAN DELIGHTS
My son who is a submariner asks for these every time he comes home! A family favorite.
Provided by Beth Streeter
Categories Chocolate
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- 1. Beat together sugar, butter, egg yolk. milk and vanilla until well blended.
- 2. Stir together flour, cocoa and salt. Blend into butter mixture.
- 3. Chill dough for at least an hour or up to 2 weeks.
- 4. Preheat oven to 350 degrees and either prepare cookie sheets with parchment paper ( which is what I use) or lightly grease them.
- 5. Take reserved egg white and add 3 tablespoons of warm water and beat together.
- 6. Shape dough into 1 inch balls roll in egg whites and then in pecans to coat, and place on prepared cookie sheets about 1 inch apart.
- 7. Press your thumb gently into the center of each cookie.
- 8. Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until set. ( check the bottom of the cookie, if it is lightly brown, you are ok)
- 9. While the cookie is still hot, take a small slice off of your soft caramels and place in the center of each cookie, it will melt while your cookie cools.
- 10. Carefully remove each cookie onto a wire rack until completely cooled.
- 11. Take the 1/2 cup of chocolate chips and put them in a zip top bag and put them in a pot of hot not boiling water for about 10 minutes.
- 12. Take the bag out of the water dry completely. Knead bag to make sure all the chips are melted.
- 13. Cut a small corner off of the end of the bag and pip warm chocolate over the caramel to decorate.
- 14. Wait until chocolate is set, then store in an airtight container for up to 1 month.
CREAM CHEESE PECAN DELIGHTS
These are rich and delicious. Great when you need a sweet dessert.
Provided by Linda Roberts
Categories Other Desserts
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 1. In large bowl beat cream cheese and white sugar with electric mixer on medium speed until fluffy. Add egg yoke and vanilla. Beat on low speed until blended.
- 2. Unroll 1 can of dough into 1 large rectangle. Press seams and perforations to seal. Press onto bottom of ungreased 13x9 inch glass baking dish.
- 3. Spread with cream cheese mixture. In small bowl, mix pecans, brown sugar, butter and cinnamon. Sprinkle half the pecan mixture over the cream cheese layer.
- 4. On lightly floured surface, press or roll out remaining dough into 13x9 inch rectangle. Place over filling. Sprinkle remaining pecan mixture over top.
- 5. Bake at 375 degrees for 20-25 munutes or until golden brown. Cool slightly on cooling rack. Sprinkle with powdered sugar. Cover and refrigerate leftovers.
PECAN DELIGHTS
I first made these little pecan pies back in 1981 for my mom and dad's 50th wedding anniversary and I have been making them ever since. They are so good and they travel well...You will enjoy this recipe for years to come.
Provided by Linda Griffith
Categories Pies
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees....
- 2. CRUST; Beat the butter with the cream cheese until fluffy. Add the flour, sugar and salt and mix well. Shape into one inch balls and press into mini muffin pans. Press down with fingers until they completely cover the cup.
- 3. Place a tsp. of nuts in the bottom of each cup.
- 4. Filling: Pour the melted butter over brown sugar. Add the eggs vanilla and salt. Mix well. Add a scant teaspoon into each muffin cup. Bake at 350 degrees for 15 minutes. Reduce temperature to 250 degrees and bake an additional 15 minutes
PECAN DELIGHTS
Everyone loves chocolate-covered turtles. This recipe is even tastier than the store-bought candies and well worth the time in the kitchen. A staple nut of the south, Pecans are grown here close to me at the Little Eva Plantation. At the holidays I always make up some goodies for friends, employees, and such and this is one...
Provided by Tammy Raynes
Categories Nuts
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 1. In a large saucepan, combine the first four ingredients. Cook over medium heat until all sugar is dissolved. Gradually add milk and mix well. Continue cooking until a candy thermometer reads 248 degrees (firm-ball stage).
- 2. Remove from heat; stir in vanilla until blended. Fold in the pecans. Drop by tablespoonfuls onto a greased or parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Chill until firm. Loosen from paper.
- 3. Melt chocolate chips and shortening in a microwave-safe bowl or double boiler. Drizzle over each cluster. Cool.
PECAN DELIGHTS
Steps:
- Cream butter and cream cheese and add flour 1/3 at a time. Refrigerate Beat eggs, add brown sugar, butter,salt and vanilla. Add nuts. Press cream cheese mixture into extra small cupcake tines. Fill each cup with egg and nut mixture. Bake 20 min at 400
CARAMEL PECAN DELIGHTS
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Combine vanilla wafer crumbs and butter. Press into 9 X 13 inch baking dish. Place caramels in microwave safe dish, pour sweetened condensed milk over caramels. Microwave on medium heat about two minutes or until caramels soften. Stir to mix. Add rum flavoring and pecans. Stir to mix. Pour over crumb crust. Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool and cut into squares.
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your pecan delights.
- Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will make the cookies tough.
- Chill the dough before baking. This will help the cookies hold their shape.
- Bake the cookies until they are just set. Overbaking will make them dry and crumbly.
- Let the cookies cool completely before frosting them. This will help the frosting set properly.
- Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
Pecan delights are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. With their buttery shortbread crust, sweet and gooey pecan filling, and rich chocolate ganache, these cookies are sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give pecan delights a try. You won't be disappointed!
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