25-30 pralines30-60 minbrown sugar

Instant Dutch Oven - Pecan Pralines

By Instant Pot Culinary Team

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25-30 pralines

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30-60 min

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Medium

Instant Dutch Oven - Pecan Pralines
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Recipe Details

Course: Desserts

Difficulty: Medium

Prep Time: 10 min

Cook Time: 35 min

Total Time: 30-60 min

Cooking Technique: Electric Dutch Oven, Sauté

Cuisine: Eastern European

Yield: 25-30 pralines

Ingredients

  • 3 cups brown sugar
  • 1 cup whipping cream
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 2 tbsp Corn syrup
  • 2 1/2 cups pecan halves
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Select SEAR/SAUTE and set the time to 20 minutes.
  2. Add brown sugar, cream, butter, and corn syrup to the cooking pot.
  3. Bring to a boil stirring constantly with a wooden spoon. Boil, stirring occasionally, for about 4-5 minutes until a thermometer reads 236°F.
  4. Using the handle grips, remove the pot from the heat, and place on the countertop protector.
  5. Press CANCEL.
  6. Let the sugar mixture cool, stirring occasionally, until the thermometer reads 150°F.
  7. Lay a large sheet of parchment paper on your countertop or large cutting board.
  8. Add the vanilla and pecans and stir constantly with a wooden spoon for 1 minute, until the mixture loses its glossy texture.
  9. Working quickly, drop large tablespoons of the pecans onto the parchment paper. Let stand for 15 minutes until firm.
  10. Store in an airtight container, layering the pralines between parchment paper to prevent sticking. Store and enjoy up to 2-3 weeks.

About the chef

Instant Pot® Culinary Team

Instant Pot® Culinary Team

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