Pecan Candy Recipe With Condensed Milk

The pecan candy recipe with condensed milk is an amazing dessert that is rich in flavor. The hint of condensed milk and butter makes it nicer and sweeter. 

The pecan candy is also a perfect gift to offer to a loved most especially during the holiday season. 

If you are craving pecan candy, this is the best recipe to follow to achieve the best pecan candies.

These are some of the ingredients needed for the pecan candy recipe; pecans, unsalted butter, condensed milk, white chocolate, vanilla extract, sea salt, and ground cinnamon.

The pecan candy can be stored for up to a month if stored in an airtight container. For longer storage, place the pecan candy in a freezer-safe container and freeze. It can last for up to 2 months in a freezer.

I argue you to always use good quality white chocolate it is key in this recipe. If you opt for poor-quality chocolate it may end up ruining the pecan candy. Do not use white chocolate chips, the taste and texture are not meant for this recipe. Stick to using good-quality chocolate bars.

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Ensure your pecans are fresh before using them. Pecans that are not fresh end up ruining the pecan candy.

I advise you not to skip adding salt since the candy is too sweet, the salt helps balance the ingredients in the candy.

Chill the fudge in the refrigerator for two hours, if you cut before chilling, it will be too soft yet it’s best enjoyed hard.

 

Below is the full recipe for the pecan candy recipe in detail;

Ingredients For Pecan Candy Recipe 

• 3 tablespoons of unsalted butter 
• 1 ½ cup of condensed milk 
• 2 ½ cups of white chocolate, roughly chopped
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• ¼ teaspoon of sea salt
• 1 ½ teaspoon of ground cinnamon

For Buttered Pecans

• 1 ½ cups of pecans, coarsely chopped
• 1 ½ tablespoon of unsalted butter

 

Equipment or tools needed

• Measuring cups and spoons
• Large heatproof bowl
• Small bowl
• Rubber or silicone spatula 

Steps To Follow For Pecan Candy Recipe With Condensed milk 

1. Firstly, butter the pecans. Melt the unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add the pecans and cook while stirring occasionally for 4 to 5 minutes or until lightly toasted.
2. Secondly, transfer the pecans from the skillet to a clean plate using a slotted spoon. Keep aside.
3. Thirdly, line an 8*8-inch pan with parchment paper allowing the extra paper to overhang on two of the sides. Lightly grease the parchment paper with unsalted butter and set it aside.
4. Nextly, melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Once the butter has melted, reduce the heat to low and continue cooking the solids sink to the bottom of the pan and turn golden brown for about 5 minutes.
5. Remove the butter from the heat and pour it into a small bowl and keep aside.
6. Fill a medium-sized pot ⅓ full with water and bring it to simmer over medium heat.
7. Place a large heatproof bowl that will perfectly fit on the top of the pan adequately but cannot touch the simmering water, on top of the pan.

More cooking

1. Reduce the heat to low and add the condensed milk, roughly chopped white chocolate, and melted butter into the bowl over the pot.
2. Heat until the chocolate is totally melted, stirring occasionally with a rubber spatula or silicone spatula.
3. Once the chocolate has totally melted stir the mixture until smooth, then gently remove the bowl from heat.
4. Whisk in the vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt.
5. Then fold in the butter pecans using a rubber spatula.
6. Scrape the mixture into the 8*8 inch pan and smooth the top. Sprinkle with sea salt.
7. Place the fudge in a fridge for at least 2 hours.
8. Carefully run a butter knife around the edge of the pan to loosen the fudge/pecan candy.
9. Remove the pecan candy and transfer it to a cutting board. Peel off the parchment paper and slice the fudge/ pecan candy into small pieces. 
10. Lastly, serve your pecan candy and enjoy.

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