Chocolate Pralines
Chocolate Pralines are decadent bite-sized treats made with luscious chocolate, crunchy nuts, and loads of sweetness. Perfect for gifting or satisfying your sweet tooth!
Servings 24 servings
Calories 124kcal
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
- Toast the pecans for 4-5 minutes in a skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally. They should be fragrant. Remove from the heat and set aside.
- Combine the granulated sugar, brown sugar, heavy cream, and cocoa powder in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat until the mixture reaches 240°F (soft-ball stage) on a candy thermometer, about 5-7 minutes - stirring constantly.
- Remove from the heat and stir in the butter, toasted pecans, vanilla extract, and salt - ensuring everything is evenly coated.
- Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet - spacing about a half-inch apart.
- Set aside to cool - to set the chocolate before enjoying or transferring to an airtight container for storage.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 124kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 7mg | Potassium: 21mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin C: 0.03mg | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 0.1mg | Net Carbohydrates: 13g