The Vegan Easy Vanilla Pecan Pralines are healthy and delicious. These pralines become ready to serve in just 65 minutes. This dessert is made up of pecan halves, granulated sugar, brown sugar, heavy cream, vegan butter, salt, water, and vanilla extract. They contain 1.5 grams of protein and 215 calories per serving. Serve this dessert with cheesecake, coconut ice cream, iced almond milk, vanilla cupcakes, cinnamon coffee, or apple crisp. You may store these Vegan Easy Vanilla Pecan Pralines for two weeks in the refrigerator.
STATS:
- Total time: 65 minutes
- Calories: 215 kcal
- Serving size: 1 praline
- Cooking time: 20 minutes
- Diet: Vegan
- Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Course: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
- Serving: 18 pralines
EQUIPMENT:
- Heavy-bottomed saucepan
- Baking sheet
- Candy thermometer
- Wooden spoon
- Baking paper
- Measuring spoons & cups
- Heat-resistant spatula
- Tablespoon
- Cooling rack
INGREDIENTS:
- 2 cups pecan halves
- 1 cup vegan-certified granulated sugar
- Half cup vegan heavy cream
- 4 tbsp unsalted vegan butter
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- Quarter tsp salt
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp water
INGREDIENT NOTES:
PECAN HALVES:
- Add these halves to make the pralines, and they will include a nutty taste and crunchy texture. Pecans balance the sweet taste of the caramel mixture and make satisfying bites. You would utilize walnuts or almonds as a substitute.
GRANULATED SUGAR:
- This sugar adds sweet flavor and makes the caramel base for the pralines. It mixes well while cooking and makes the mixture firm when it cools. Replace the granulated sugar with white sugar as per your choice.
VEGAN HEAVY CREAM:
- Utilize this heavy cream to make the smooth and creamy texture of the caramel mixture. It includes the sugar and makes the rich consistency of the pralines. We would include full-fat coconut cream as an alternative.
UNSALTED VEGAN BUTTER:
- It gives a rich, buttery taste and smooth texture in the dessert and balances the sweet flavor of the sugar. You may add another vegan butter stick instead if required.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- First, cover the sheet with baking paper and put it aside.
- Mix granulated sugar, vegan butter, brown sugar, vegan heavy cream, salt, and water in the saucepan.
- Warm the mixture over a medium flame and boil it gently, then cook till it reaches 240°F.
- Then, turn off the flame and stir in vanilla extract with pecans halves in it for three minutes.
- Add an even tbsp of the mixture on the baking paper with some space between them.
- Lastly, cool the pralines at room temperature for 45 minutes, then serve.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
HOT BEVERAGES:
- Hot Chocolate
- Vanilla Almond Milk Latte
- Cinnamon Coffee
- Chai Latte
COLD BEVERAGES:
- Iced Vanilla Coffee
- Chocolate Milk
- Iced Almond Milk
- Strawberry Smoothie
DESSERTS:
- Vanilla Cupcakes
- Chocolate Brownies
- Cheesecake
- Apple Crisp
ICE CREAM:
- Vanilla Ice Cream
- Chocolate Ice Cream
- Caramel Ice Cream
- Coconut Ice Cream
TREATS:
- Chocolate Truffles
- Gingerbread Cookies
- Cranberry Fudge
- Peanut Butter Balls
TIPS:
- Include the fresh pecans to get the best nutty taste and crunchy texture.
- You should not stir the mixture while boiling to keep the sugar from crystallizing.
- Make the heaps of the mixture before it sets properly for better pralines.
- Cool the pralines completely, then put them in a closed box and store.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Put the pecan pralines in a vessel and store for 2 weeks.
FREEZER:
- Add the pralines with baking paper inside the layers and freeze them for two months.
FAQs:
Should I include chopped pecans instead of halves?
- Yes, you may add chopped pecans for a slightly different texture and smaller pralines.
Is a candy thermometer important to use for this recipe?
- Yes, using a candy thermometer gives better results and makes the right soft-ball texture.
What makes the pralines too soft?
- Not cooking the mixture to the desired temperature often gives soft results.
Should I exclude coconut cream from this dessert?
- Yes, you may use vegan heavy cream or another vegan cooking cream instead.
Can I prepare these pralines earlier?
- Yes, you may make them a few days in advance and store them in the container.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Calories: 215 kcal
Net carbs: 18 g
Iron: 0.6 mg
Total carbs: 20 g
Vitamin A: 180 IU
Fiber: 2 g
Calcium: 15 mg
Protein: 1.5 g
Sodium: 35 mg
Potassium: 65 mg
