Description
Indulge in Pralines and Cream Fudge, a creamy vanilla treat with rich praline swirls. This easy recipe shines with crunchy pecans, perfect for holiday gifting. Its smooth texture and nutty flavor make it a standout dessert. Great for beginner bakers, it’s a quick fix for sweet cravings. Enjoy it with coffee for a perfect pairing!
Ingredients
2 cups (400g) granulated sugar
¾ cup (180ml) heavy cream
½ cup (115g) unsalted butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup (200g) brown sugar
¼ cup (60ml) milk
1 cup (120g) chopped pecans
Pinch of salt
1 tablespoon corn syrup
Instructions
1. Line an 8×8-inch pan with greased parchment paper.
2. Combine granulated sugar, cream, and ¼ cup butter; boil to 234°F.
3. Stir in ½ teaspoon vanilla, beat until thick, and pour into pan.
4. Melt remaining butter with brown sugar, milk, and corn syrup; boil to 240°F.
5. Add ½ teaspoon vanilla and pecans, swirl over fudge base.
6. Cool completely, then cut into squares.
Notes
Toast pecans for extra flavor if desired.
Substitute walnuts if pecans aren’t available.
Use a candy thermometer for best results.
Store in a cool place to maintain texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg