BOURBON PECAN PRALINES

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Like authentic pecan pralines found in New Orleans, these treats are sweet, crunchy and rich! -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 1 pound (about 16 pralines)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
3/4 cup heavy whipping cream
1 cup pecan halves, toasted
1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted
1 tablespoon bourbon

Steps:

  • Grease 2 baking sheets; set aside. In a large heavy saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Stir in sugars, then the cream; cook and stir until mixture comes to a boil. Cook, stirring occasionally, until a candy thermometer reads 236° (soft-ball stage), about 20 minutes. , Remove from the heat; stir in the pecan halves, chopped pecans and bourbon. Immediately drop by tablespoonfuls onto prepared baking sheets. Let stand until pralines are set and no longer glossy. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 183 calories, Fat 14g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 28mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Sahawat Shah
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These pralines are the perfect way to end a meal.


Sheikh Ajmal
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These pralines are so easy to make, they're a great project for kids.


Tricia Najjita
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These pralines are the perfect gift for any occasion.


Rana Zaheer
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These pralines are so delicious, I could eat them every day.


Kevin Clemons
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These pralines are the perfect holiday treat.


Juanita Jahnke
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These pralines are so addictive, I can't stop eating them!


dalton driver
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These pralines are a great way to use up leftover pecans.


David Williamson
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These pralines are the perfect make-ahead dessert. You can make them a day or two in advance and they'll still be delicious.


Aisha Alhassan
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These pralines are so easy to make, even a beginner can do it.


M Mian
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I love the way these pralines look. They're so elegant and festive.


Mehedi hasan Miraj
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These pralines are the perfect gift for any occasion. They're sure to be appreciated by everyone who receives them.


Odosty Gee
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These pralines are a real crowd-pleaser. I always get rave reviews when I make them.


umar mwanje Yusuf
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These pralines are so good, I can't stop eating them! They're the perfect combination of sweet and salty.


Jowel John
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I've made these pralines several times now and they always turn out perfectly. They're my go-to recipe for a quick and easy dessert.


Priese Rollins
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These pralines are the perfect holiday treat. They're festive and delicious, and they make a great gift.


zahidkundi zahid
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I made these pralines for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them. They're so easy to make and they look really impressive.


Progress Samuel
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These pralines are absolutely divine! They're so rich and buttery, with a perfect balance of sweetness and crunch. I love the addition of bourbon, it gives them a really unique and sophisticated flavor.