🍬 Buttermilk Pecan Pralines 🥛

"A sweet Southern treat for sharing with family or savoring during life's sweetest moments!"



🍽️ Ingredients 🍽️  
- 3/4 cup light corn syrup  
- 3 cups granulated sugar  
- 1/4 tsp salt 🧂  
- 1 cup buttermilk 🥛  
- 1 tsp baking soda 🥄  
- 2 cups pecan halves  
- 2 tsp vanilla extract  
- 1 tbsp butter 🧈  



🧑‍🍳 Directions 🧑‍🍳  

1. Prep your workspace: Line two large baking sheets with waxed paper and set them aside.  
2. Mix it up: In a large 5-quart (or bigger) pot, add buttermilk, sugar, corn syrup, salt, and baking soda. Stir together while heating over medium heat.  
3. Bring to a boil: Stir constantly until the sugar dissolves. Watch the mixture closely as it will foam and rise due to the baking soda.  
4. Monitor temperature: Using a candy thermometer, boil the mixture until it reaches 236°F (soft ball stage).  
5. Remove from heat: Once at temperature, pull the pot off the heat. Quickly stir in pecans, vanilla extract, and butter.  
6. Beat the mixture: Stir energetically with a wooden spoon until the candy thickens and starts holding its shape. Don’t hesitate to ask for help during this part—it can be hard on the arms!  
7. Form the pralines: Drop spoonfuls of the candy onto the prepared waxed paper. Work quickly as the mixture will set fast.  
8. Cool and store: Let the pralines cool completely, store them in an airtight container, and enjoy within two weeks!  



🍎 Nutritional Information 🍎  

- Calories: ~170 per praline  
- Carbohydrates: ~27g  
- Proteins: ~1.5g  
- Fats: ~7g (mostly healthy fats from pecans!)  
- Fiber: ~1g  
- Sugar: ~22g  



💡 Tips and Tricks 💡  

- Invest in a candy thermometer: Achieving the correct temperature is crucial for the perfect praline texture.  
- Don’t skip the step of lining your baking sheets with waxed paper—it makes cleanup a breeze!  
- If you’re in a humid environment, try making these on a dry day to avoid sticky candy issues.  



⏳ Preparation time 🍬  

Preparation time: 10 minutes | Cooking time: 20 minutes | Servings: Around 25 pralines