chocolate pecan pralines

Directions

1. 1

   Chocolate Pecan Pralines 1 cup granulated sugar 1 cup light brown or maple sugar 1/2 cup light cream 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 ounces unsweetened

2. 2

   Stirring constantly, cook the mixture over medium heat until it reaches 228 degrees F on a candy thermometer

3. 3

   Add chocolate, butter and pecans, and, stirring constantly, cook the mixture to the soft-ball stage — 234 degrees F on a candy thermometer

4. 4

   Remove the pan from the heat and add the vanilla extract

5. 5

   let the candy cool for 5 minutes

6. 6

   Beat the candy for 10 to 15 seconds, or until it thickens slightly

7. 7

   Using a large spoon, immediately drop the mixture in mounds onto buttered plates or wax paper

8. 8

   If the mixture becomes too thick to drop