Coconut Pecan Pralines (Print View)
Chewy pralines filled with pecans and coconut that's made with no need to bake. Just a few hours to set and you're ready to enjoy!
# What You'll Need:
→ Base
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1 cup packed brown sugar
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1½ cups white sugar
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2 cups sweetened coconut flakes
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2 cups chopped pecans
→ Wet Ingredients
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½ cup butter (unsalted and melted)
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½ cup corn syrup (light)
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½ cup evaporated milk
→ Flavorings
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½ teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
# Directions:
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Grab two large baking sheets and cover them with parchment or wax paper. Measure everything out ahead of time. Toast the pecans for a nuttier taste if you'd like, then cool them fully.
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Dump the white sugar, brown sugar, evaporated milk, corn syrup, and butter into a big sturdy saucepan. Put it over medium to high heat, stirring nonstop, until it melts into a creamy blend.
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Turn up the heat and bring the mixture to a fast, steady boil. Stir often so it doesn't burn. Boil for 3 minutes while still mixing. It'll thicken and turn golden.
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Take the pot off the heat right away. Stir in the vanilla and salt quickly but carefully—it might bubble a little. Mix it in until it's fully blended.
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While the mixture's still hot, toss in the coconut flakes and pecans. Stir as fast as you can for 3 to 4 minutes. It'll start getting thicker and tougher to mix as it cools down.
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Scoop out heaping tablespoonfuls onto the sheets you prepared earlier. Keep moving fast because the mixture's going to harden. If it sets too much, warm it up again gently to soften.
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Let the cookies cool on the counter for 2 hours or until they're solid. Want them ready sooner? Pop them in the fridge for an hour, or into the freezer for 30 minutes.
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Once they're firm, stash them in a sealed container. To stop them from sticking, separate layers with wax paper. Keep at room temp for up to a week, refrigerate to last longer, or freeze (wrapped well) for up to 3 months.
# Notes:
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Pre-measuring ingredients saves time and prevents rushing later.
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Toasting pecans really brings out their natural sweetness.
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The mixture sets quickly, so don't drag your feet when shaping the cookies.