Chocolate Pralines
Looking to satisfy your sweet tooth? Perfect for holidays, gifts, or indulgent treats—your guide to praline perfection starts here!
Servings: 24
Calories: 119kcal
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups pecan halves
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 3 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Heat a dry skillet over medium heat. Add the pecans and toast for about 3-5 minutes until fragrant, stirring occasionally. Set aside.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, brown sugar, heavy cream, and cocoa powder. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture reaches 240°F (soft-ball stage) on a candy thermometer, about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the butter, toasted pecans, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Mix until the pecans are evenly coated.
- Shape the pralines: Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving space between each praline. Allow the pralines to cool and set fully (about 15-20 minutes).
- Serve or store: Once cooled, enjoy immediately or store in an airtight container.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 119kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 3mg | Potassium: 46mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 106IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 13mg | Iron: 0.3mg