Mississippi Praline Macaroons

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
31%
Mississippi Praline Macaroons
20 min.
1
1986kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with these delightful Mississippi Praline Macaroons—a perfect blend of textures and flavors that will have you coming back for more! This scrumptious dessert is not only a treat for those with a craving for something sweet, but it’s also vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free, making it accessible for a wide range of dietary preferences. With a luscious combination of toasted pecans and the rich, caramel-like taste of brown sugar, these macaroons echo the heartiness of the southern U.S. while incorporating a unique twist that will leave your guests asking for the recipe.

In just 20 minutes, you can create a batch of these delightful cookies, featuring the crunchy texture of pecans and the perfect crunch from the toasted morsels. The use of cream of tartar helps create the perfect meringue, with stiff peaks that yield a light and airy texture, balanced perfectly by the rich flavor of the nutty toppings. Whether enjoyed with a cup of tea, served at a gathering, or simply savored at home, these macaroons are a sweet escape into the world of desserts.

So, get ready to bring a taste of Mississippi into your kitchen with this delicious glowing dessert that’s sure to impress. Perfect for celebrations or an everyday treat, these Macaroons are bound to become a favorite in your recipe collection!

Ingredients

  • cup firmly brown sugar light packed
  • 0.3 teaspoon cream of tartar 
  •  egg whites at room temperature
  • 36  pecan halves 
  • cup pecans coarsely chopped
  • pinch salt 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • aluminum foil
  • stand mixer

Directions

  1. Place chopped pecans in a single layer in a shallow pan.
  2. Bake at 350 for 7 minutes or until pecans are lightly toasted, stirring occasionally.
  3. Beat egg whites, cream of tartar, and salt at medium speed with a heavy-duty electric stand mixer until frothy; increase speed to high, and gradually add brown sugar, beating until stiff peaks form. Gently fold in toasted chopped pecans.
  4. Drop batter by heaping teaspoonfuls 1 inch apart onto lightly greased aluminum foil-lined baking sheets. Press 1 pecan half into each cookie, flattening slightly.
  5. Bake at 325 for 33 minutes or until pecan halves are toasted and cookies are lightly golden.
  6. Let cool on baking sheet 1 minute.
  7. Transfer to wire racks; let cool 20 minutes. (Cookies will crisp while cooling.) Store in airtight containers up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts

Calories1986kcal
Protein4.73%
Fat49.5%
Carbs45.77%

Properties

Glycemic Index
20
Glycemic Load
0.69
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
32.129565036815%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
17.12mg
Delphinidin
11.6mg
Catechin
11.54mg
Epigallocatechin
8.97mg
Epicatechin
1.31mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
3.67mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:1986.19kcal
99.31%
Fat:114.92g
176.8%
Saturated Fat:9.85g
61.57%
Carbohydrates:239.09g
79.7%
Net Carbohydrates:223.79g
81.38%
Sugar:220.37g
244.85%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:250.15mg
10.88%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:24.69g
49.38%
Manganese:7.33mg
366.27%
Copper:2.04mg
101.92%
Vitamin B1:1.06mg
70.38%
Fiber:15.3g
61.22%
Magnesium:222.59mg
55.65%
Zinc:7.32mg
48.78%
Phosphorus:463.88mg
46.39%
Selenium:26.7µg
38.14%
Vitamin B2:0.6mg
35.43%
Potassium:1216.6mg
34.76%
Iron:5.7mg
31.64%
Calcium:300.56mg
30.06%
Vitamin B6:0.43mg
21.47%
Vitamin B5:1.84mg
18.37%
Vitamin E:2.23mg
14.88%
Vitamin B3:2.2mg
11.01%
Folate:40.87µg
10.22%
Vitamin K:5.58µg
5.31%
Vitamin C:1.75mg
2.13%
Vitamin A:89.26IU
1.79%
Vitamin B12:0.08µg
1.35%
Source:My Recipes