CARAMEL NUT LOGS
It's a good thing this recipe makes a lot-the wrapped logs never stick around long! They take a bit of effort to make but are well worth it. -Karen Haen, Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 3h
Yield 4-1/2 pounds.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Line a 15x10x1-in. baking pan with foil; spray foil with cooking spray. Sprinkle with 2 cups peanuts; set aside., In a small heavy saucepan, combine 3/4 cup sugar, 2/3 cup corn syrup and 1/4 cup water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to medium-low. Cook, without stirring, until a candy thermometer reads 250° (hard-ball stage)., Meanwhile, beat egg whites in a heat-proof large bowl until stiff peaks form. With mixer running on high speed, carefully add hot syrup in a slow steady stream, beating constantly at high speed for 5 minutes or until thickened. Cover and set aside., In a large heavy saucepan, combine the remaining sugar, corn syrup and water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, without stirring, until a candy thermometer reads 290° (soft-crack stage)., Gradually pour hot syrup into egg white mixture; stir with a wooden spoon. Stir in the butter, vanilla and salt., Pour mixture over peanuts in pan; press down evenly with buttered fingers., For coating, in a large saucepan, combine the sugar, 1/2 cup cream and corn syrup. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly; add remaining cream. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook and stir until a candy thermometer reads 242° (soft-ball stage)., Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla and salt. Pour over nougat layer in pan. Sprinkle with remaining peanuts, pressing slightly into nougat. Cool for at least 2 hours or until set. Cut into 1-1/2 in. x 1-in. pieces. Roll edges in additional peanuts and shape into logs. Wrap in waxed paper. Store at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 107 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 44mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.
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Sajid Jabri
[email protected]I'm not a fan of caramel, but I still enjoyed these caramel nut logs. The nuts add a nice crunch and the chocolate drizzle is a nice touch.
suvitao
[email protected]These caramel nut logs are a great dessert, but they're a bit too rich for me. I would recommend cutting the recipe in half.
Hs Ahmad
[email protected]I had some trouble getting the caramel to set properly, but overall these caramel nut logs were still delicious.
Yaqeen Rehman
[email protected]These caramel nut logs are a bit too sweet for my taste, but they're still delicious.
pk pakstan
[email protected]I made these caramel nut logs for a bake sale and they sold out in minutes. Everyone loved them!
Gulam Rabbani
[email protected]These caramel nut logs are a bit time-consuming to make, but they're worth the effort. They're so delicious and everyone loves them.
Top Killa
[email protected]These caramel nut logs are a great way to use up leftover nuts. I always have a few bags of nuts in my pantry, and this is a great way to use them up.
awurama ampomah
[email protected]I'm not a big baker, but these caramel nut logs were so easy to make. I'm definitely going to make them again.
Daniel Mulenga
[email protected]These caramel nut logs are the perfect holiday treat. They're festive and delicious, and they always get rave reviews.
Roseline Ogbodo
[email protected]I love that these caramel nut logs can be made with different nuts. I've made them with pecans, walnuts, and almonds, and they're all delicious.
Najmo najuu
[email protected]These caramel nut logs are a great make-ahead dessert. I made them a few days ahead of time and they were still just as delicious.
foudil xdmoha
[email protected]I made these caramel nut logs for my kids' birthday party and they were a huge hit. They're so easy to make and they look really impressive.
Hamidul islam Hamid
[email protected]These caramel nut logs are the perfect combination of sweet and salty. The caramel is rich and creamy, and the nuts add a nice crunch.
MD Shakil Shakil,22
[email protected]I was looking for a no-bake dessert to make for a potluck and these caramel nut logs fit the bill perfectly. They were a huge success and everyone asked for the recipe.
Menuka Nepal
[email protected]These caramel nut logs are so delicious and addictive! I can't stop eating them.
Ravind Andhee
[email protected]I've made these caramel nut logs several times now and they always turn out perfect. They're the perfect sweet treat for any occasion.
Md Shah Alom
[email protected]These caramel nut logs were a hit at my holiday party! They were so easy to make and everyone loved them.