Vanilla Pecan Pralines
Classic Southern-style Vanilla Pecan Pralines are sweet, creamy, and rich with toasted pecans and vanilla. A perfect no-bake candy for gifts and gatherings.
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 7 oz evaporated milk
- ¼ cup butter cubed
- 11 oz vanilla or white chocolate chips Ghirardelli recommended
- 4 oz marshmallow creme
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups chopped pecans toasted recommended
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a saucepan, combine sugar, evaporated milk, and butter. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until bubbling. Boil for 4–5 minutes.
- Remove from heat. Stir in white chocolate chips until melted.
- Mix in marshmallow creme and vanilla until smooth.
- Fold in chopped pecans.
- Drop mixture by spoonfuls onto parchment paper. Let cool 20–30 minutes until set.
Notes
- Toast pecans for enhanced flavor.
- Avoid overcooking to prevent graininess.
- Store in airtight container at room temp for 1 week or fridge for 2 weeks.
- Not freezer-friendly due to texture changes.