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A classic homemade candy made with sugar, cream, butter, and nuts, cooked to soft ball stage for rich flavor and perfect texture.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups chopped pecans or walnuts

Equipment

  • Heavy-bottomed saucepan
  • Candy thermometer
  • Spatula
  • baking sheet

Method
 

  1. Butter or line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Combine sugar, heavy cream, butter, and baking soda in a heavy saucepan.
  3. Cook over medium heat, stirring, until mixture reaches 240°F.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and chopped nuts.
  5. Pour onto prepared pan and spread evenly.
  6. Cool completely, then cut into pieces and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 22gVitamin A: 6IUCalcium: 4mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Use fresh nuts and monitor temperature closely to avoid overcooking.

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