Pecan Clusters

Toasted pecans covered in caramel and dipped in dark chocolate.

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 238°F 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.

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