Description
Golden, buttery clusters of toasted pecans enveloped in rich caramel, served elegantly on a white plate—this classic Southern praline crunch is as beautiful to present as it is delicious to eat. A foolproof candy recipe that’s perfect for gifting, celebrations, or simply indulging your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
3 cups toasted pecan halves
1 cup unsalted butter
1 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
1 cup granulated sugar
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
¼ tsp fine sea salt
Optional:
½ tsp cinnamon
2 tbsp bourbon
Melted chocolate for drizzling
Sea salt flakes for garnish
Instructions
Prep:
Toast pecans at 350°F for 8–10 minutes. Cool.
Line a baking sheet with parchment or silicone mat.
Measure and arrange all ingredients near the stove.
Cook:
Combine butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar in a heavy saucepan.
Stir until butter melts, then boil (no stirring) for 3 minutes.
Remove from heat. Stir in vanilla and salt.
Fold in toasted pecans quickly.
Shape:
Drop spoonfuls onto prepared sheet in clusters (2–3 pecan halves each).
Cool at room temperature for 30–45 minutes.
Serve:
Arrange on a white plate for striking presentation.
Optionally, drizzle with melted chocolate or sprinkle sea salt flakes.
Notes
Choose dry days for best texture.
European-style butter enhances richness.
For gift-giving, use cellophane bags with a note about plating.
Avoid refrigeration—cool at room temp for best result.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 clusters
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Praline Crunch, Southern Candy, Holiday Treats, Pecan Clusters, Caramel Pecan Candy, Easy Homemade Pralines, No Thermometer Candy, Farmhouse Recipes, Edible Gifts, White Plate Dessert Presentation