Description
Delightful no-bake coconut pecan praline creates a Southern-inspired dessert with rich, creamy layers of caramel and nutty crunch. Pecans and coconut blend seamlessly, offering sweet indulgence that will transport you to classic Southern comfort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 cups pecans (toasted, chopped)
- 2 cups coconut (shredded)
- ¼ cup corn syrup
- ¼ cup butter (unsalted)
- ¼ cup milk (evaporated)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- Toasting Pecans: Heat a large skillet over medium flame. Toss chopped pecans, stirring constantly for 4-5 minutes until fragrant and lightly golden. Transfer to a separate plate.
- Creating Praline Base: In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Incorporate granulated sugar, corn syrup, evaporated milk, and salt. Whisk constantly for 6-7 minutes until mixture transforms into a smooth, gently bubbling liquid.
- Combining Ingredients: Remove from heat and introduce vanilla extract. Fold in toasted pecans and shredded coconut, ensuring complete and even distribution throughout the mixture.
- Forming Clusters: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Utilize a spoon or cookie scoop to deposit rounded portions of praline mixture, maintaining approximately 2 inches between each cluster.
- Setting and Serving: Allow pralines to cool and solidify at room temperature for 35-40 minutes. Once completely firm, delicately lift each cluster using a thin spatula. Serve immediately or preserve in an airtight container for later enjoyment.
Notes
- Toasting Technique: Carefully toast pecans over medium heat, stirring constantly to prevent burning and develop a rich, nutty flavor without scorching.
- Smooth Syrup Secret: Maintain consistent stirring while heating sugar mixture to prevent crystallization and ensure a silky, glossy praline texture.
- Cooling Caution: Let pralines set at room temperature for optimal texture; avoid refrigerating, which can make them too hard and lose their creamy consistency.
- Storage Tip: Keep pralines in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, separating layers with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 21
- Calories: 218
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 30 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg