Pecan Delights: Classic Charm, Modern Twist! 🍪✨
📌 Highlight the Benefits 🍴💪: Pecans provide healthy fats and antioxidants, promoting heart health and overall well-being. 🌰
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Indulge in these Pecan Delights, a sweet treat reminiscent of “turtles.” A holiday classic that’s sure to satisfy your cravings for a delicious and nostalgic dessert.
Ingredients for 4 people 📌:
🌰 Whole pecans, 1 cup
🍫 Semi-sweet chocolate chips, 1 cup
🧈 Butter, 1/2 cup
🍯 Light corn syrup, 1/2 cup
🥄 Salt, a pinch
🍼 Sweetened condensed milk, 1 can
➰ Vanilla extract, 1 tsp
🧂 Brown sugar, 1 cup
🌻 Shortening, 1 tbsp
Steps 🔥:
🍫 In a large saucepan, combine sugar, butter, syrup, and salt.
🍫 Cook over medium heat until all sugar is dissolved.
🍫 Gradually add milk to the mixture and mix well.
🍫 Continue to cook until candy thermometer reaches 248°F, or firm ball stage.
🍫 Remove mixture from heat and stir in vanilla.
🍫 Fold in pecans.
🍫 Drop by tablespoonfuls onto a greased sheet or sheet lined with parchment paper.
🍫 Chill drops until firm.
🍫 Loosen from paper.
🍫 Melt the chocolate and shortening together in the microwave or in a double boiler.
🍫 Drizzle the chocolate mixture over each pecan cluster.
🍫 Allow to cool completely.
Total Time: 85
Enjoy!
Kitchen Must-Haves: 📦🥄🧄
1. 🍳 Large Saucepan: A high-quality large saucepan is essential for cooking the sugar, butter, syrup, and salt mixture. I recommend the All-Clad D3 Stainless Steel Saucepan for its durability and even heat distribution.
2. 🌡️ Candy Thermometer: To ensure your candy reaches the precise temperature of 248°F, or the firm ball stage, a reliable candy thermometer is a must. The Taylor Precision Products Candy/Deep Fry Stainless Steel Thermometer is a great choice for its accuracy.
3. 🍨 Mixing Spoon: You’ll need a sturdy mixing spoon to gradually add the sweetened condensed milk to the mixture and stir well. The OXO Good Grips Wooden Spoon is perfect for this task, as it won’t scratch your saucepan.
4. 🍫 Microwave or Double Boiler: For melting the semi-sweet chocolate chips
Chef’s FAQs: 👩🍳❓🍷
1. What role does light corn syrup play in the Pecan Delights recipe?
Light corn syrup helps to create a smooth and chewy texture in the caramel filling.
2. Can I substitute semi-sweet chocolate chips with milk chocolate chips?
Yes, you can substitute semi-sweet chocolate chips with milk chocolate chips for a slightly sweeter flavor.
3. Why is shortening used in the chocolate coating for Pecan Delights?
Shortening helps to give the chocolate coating a shiny and smooth finish when it sets.
