Ingredients for Pecan Delights
- Brown Sugar
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- Light Corn Syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Sweetened Condensed Milk
- Vanilla Extract
- Whole Pecans
- Semi Sweet Chocolate Chips
- 1 tablespoon shortening
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How to Make Pecan Delights
- In a large saucepan, combine 1 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, 1/4 cup light corn syrup, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar is completely dissolved and the mixture begins to simmer.
- Gradually whisk in 1/4 cup milk, ensuring it's fully incorporated before adding more.
- Continue cooking, stirring frequently, until a candy thermometer registers 248°F (firm-ball stage).
- Remove from heat and immediately stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
- Gently fold in 1 cup pecan halves.
- Drop by rounded tablespoons onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Refrigerate until completely firm (at least 30 minutes).
- Carefully peel the candies from the parchment paper.
- Melt 6 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips and 1 tablespoon shortening together in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Alternatively, melt in a double boiler.
- Drizzle the melted chocolate over each pecan cluster.
- Allow the chocolate to set completely before serving or storing.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
2 g
Sugar
75g
Fat
22g
Carbs
8g
