Keto Classic Pecan Pralines
Indulge in a guilt-free treat with these irresistible Keto Classic Pecan Pralines—a perfect blend of buttery caramel and crunchy pecan halves that will satisfy your sweet tooth without breaking your low-carb goals. This creamy, golden-hued confection uses granulated erythritol as a keto-friendly sugar substitute, ensuring all the flavor with none of the carbs. With a quick preparation time of 10 minutes and the rich decadence of heavy cream and vanilla extract, these pralines deliver a melt-in-your-mouth texture that’s as easy to make as it is to enjoy. Whether you’re whipping up a holiday dessert or a midday snack, these sugar-free, gluten-free delights are ideal for keto and diabetic-friendly diets. Serve them as a standalone treat or pair with coffee for a luxurious pick-me-up.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Granulated erythritol
- 0.5 cup Heavy whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Pecan halves
Instructions
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prepare for the pralines, and set it aside.
In a medium-sized saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
Add the granulated erythritol, heavy whipping cream, vanilla extract, and salt to the melted butter.
Stir the mixture continuously until the erythritol has dissolved completely.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, continuously stirring to prevent burning, until it reaches a deep golden brown color, approximately 10-12 minutes.
Lower the heat and continue to cook while stirring until the mixture thickens, reaching a soft-ball stage at about 235°F (113°C) if using a candy thermometer.
Remove the saucepan from heat, and quickly stir in the pecan halves until they are fully coated with the caramel mixture.
Using a spoon, drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, ensuring pecans are evenly distributed among the pralines.
Allow the pralines to cool and harden completely, which will take about 30 minutes at room temperature, before removing them from the parchment paper.
Once set, store the pralines in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1616 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 169.6 g | 217% | |
| Saturated Fat | 59.2 g | 296% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 244 mg | 81% | |
| Sodium | 638 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 216.5 g | 79% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.8 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.9 g | ||
| Protein | 10.8 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 93 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 485 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
