Praline Pecans

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
9%
Praline Pecans
45 min.
6
240kcal

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If you're looking for a simple yet irresistible treat to elevate any gathering, Praline Pecans are the perfect choice. These sweet, crunchy nuts are an absolute delight, and their delicious caramelized coating will leave everyone wanting more. Whether you're serving them as a side dish, a snack, or even as a topping for salads or desserts, these praline pecans add a delightful touch of sweetness and texture.

This recipe is incredibly easy to make, requiring just a handful of ingredients like brown sugar, whipping cream, and, of course, pecans. The process is straightforward—just mix everything together, bake, and stir—yet the result is an elegant and flavorful snack that’s sure to impress. In just 45 minutes, you'll have a batch of these golden, crispy pecans ready to enjoy!

Not only are they vegetarian and gluten-free, but the calorie count is also quite reasonable at 240 kcal per serving. Plus, if you want to try something different, this recipe can easily be adapted to make Praline Almonds instead, offering a slightly nutty twist to the classic. Perfect for those moments when you need a quick, festive snack or a homemade gift, Praline Pecans are a must-try!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup brown sugar light packed
  • 1.5 cups pecans chopped
  • tablespoons whipping cream 

Equipment

  • oven

Directions

  1. Combine all ingredients; spread into a lightly buttered 9-inch round cakepan.
  2. Bake at 350 for 20 minutes, stirring once, or until coating is slightly crystallized.
  3. Remove from oven; stir and cool. Store in an airtight container.
  4. Praline Almonds: Substitute 1 1/2 cups chopped sliced blanched almonds.
  5. Bake at 350 for 15 minutes, stirring once.

Nutrition Facts

Calories240kcal
Protein4.16%
Fat75.58%
Carbs20.26%

Properties

Glycemic Index
1.67
Glycemic Load
0.12
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
6.8073913390222%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
2.93mg
Delphinidin
1.98mg
Catechin
1.97mg
Epigallocatechin
1.53mg
Epicatechin
0.22mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.63mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:240.13kcal
12.01%
Fat:21.42g
32.96%
Saturated Fat:2.83g
17.71%
Carbohydrates:12.92g
4.31%
Net Carbohydrates:10.31g
3.75%
Sugar:10.12g
11.24%
Cholesterol:5.65mg
1.88%
Sodium:3.92mg
0.17%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.65g
5.3%
Manganese:1.23mg
61.61%
Copper:0.33mg
16.59%
Vitamin B1:0.18mg
12.06%
Fiber:2.62g
10.46%
Magnesium:34.15mg
8.54%
Zinc:1.25mg
8.33%
Phosphorus:78.75mg
7.87%
Iron:0.76mg
4.22%
Potassium:128.67mg
3.68%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
3.14%
Calcium:29.98mg
3%
Vitamin E:0.43mg
2.85%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.64%
Vitamin B5:0.26mg
2.6%
Selenium:1.3µg
1.85%
Vitamin A:88.76IU
1.78%
Vitamin B3:0.33mg
1.66%
Folate:6.29µg
1.57%
Vitamin K:1.11µg
1.06%
Source:My Recipes