Pecan Clusters Dessert
Southern

Pecan Clusters

Toasted pecans covered in caramel and dipped in dark chocolate.

35
Total Min
20
Cook Min
24
Servings
Easy
Difficulty

Ingredients

  • 2.00 cup pecan halves
  • 1.00 cup sugar
  • 0.50 cup heavy cream
  • 2.00 tbsp butter
  • 1.00 tsp vanilla extract
  • pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. 1

    Toast pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant, about 5 minutes.

  2. 2

    Set aside.

  3. 3

    Line a baking sheet with parchment.

  4. 4

    Combine sugar, cream, and butter in a saucepan.

  5. 5

    Cook over medium heat, stirring, until mixture reaches 238ยฐF on a candy thermometer.

  6. 6

    Remove from heat.

  7. 7

    Stir in vanilla and salt.

  8. 8

    Add pecans and stir quickly to coat.

  9. 9

    Drop heaping tablespoons onto parchment.

  10. 10

    Work fast as candy sets quickly.

  11. 11

    Let cool completely until firm.

  12. 12

    Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts

Nutrition Facts
Per Serving (24 servings)
Calories 202
Total Fat17g
Saturated Fat3g
Cholesterol8mg
Sodium10mg
Total Carbohydrate13g
Dietary Fiber2g
Total Sugars10g
Protein2g
Source: USDA FoodData Central
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