Pecan Chew
Pecan Chews are a rich, caramel-like candy loaded with toasted nuts. This simple stovetop recipe creates a sweet confection that is boiled to the hard-ball stage before being cooled and cut into bite-sized pieces.
Oryginalny przepis autorstwa Forkin
- Łączny czas
- 2 godz. 35 min
- Porcje
- 12
- Trudność
- Średni
- Na porcję
- 220 kcal
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Przygotowanie stanowiska
Składniki
candy
- 57 gunsalted butter
pan preparation
- 0,5 łyżeczkaunsalted butter, softened, for greasing
Składniki
- 0,5 szklankagranulated sugar
- 0,25 szklankalight brown sugar, packed
- 0,33 szklankalight corn syrup
- 0,66 szklankaevaporated milk
- 3 łyżkawater
- 0,25 łyżeczkasalt
- 0,13 łyżeczkabaking soda
- 1,33 szklankapecan, roughly chopped
Sprzęt
silicone spatula · 8x8 inch baking pan · cutting board · knife · candy thermometer · heavy-bottomed saucepan
Sposób przygotowania
Krok po kroku
- 1
Thoroughly grease an 8x8 inch (20x20 cm) baking pan with the softened butter and set it aside.
Około 2 min
Wskazówka kucharza: Lining the pan with parchment paper after greasing can make it easier to lift the candy out later.
- 2
In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, brown sugar, corn syrup, evaporated milk, water, salt, and the butter designated for the candy.
Około 3 min
- 3
Place the pan over medium heat and stir constantly with a silicone spatula until the sugar has completely dissolved.
Około 5 min
Wskazówka kucharza: Make sure no sugar crystals are stuck to the side of the pan to prevent crystallization.
- 4
Attach a candy thermometer to the side of the pan, ensuring the tip is submerged in the mixture but not touching the bottom.
Około 1 min
- 5
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat slightly to maintain a steady boil, stirring occasionally to prevent scorching.
Około 2 min
- 6
Continue cooking, monitoring the temperature closely, until the thermometer reaches the hard-ball stage, 260°F (127°C).
Około 10 min
Wskazówka kucharza: This stage is crucial for the final texture, so do not rush it or leave the pan unattended.
- 7
Immediately remove the pan from the heat once it reaches the target temperature.
- 8
Carefully stir in the baking soda; the mixture will foam up.
Około 1 min
Wskazówka kucharza: Work quickly in the next steps as the candy will begin to set.
- 9
Add the chopped pecans and stir vigorously for about one minute until they are evenly incorporated.
Około 1 min
- 10
Quickly pour the hot candy mixture into your prepared baking pan.
Około 1 min
- 11
Use a spatula to spread the mixture into an even layer before it starts to harden.
Około 1 min
- 12
Let the candy cool completely at room temperature for at least 2 hours, or until firm to the touch.
Około 2 godz.
Wskazówka kucharza: Do not refrigerate to cool, as this can affect the texture.
- 13
Once fully cooled and firm, turn the slab of candy out onto a cutting board and use a large, sharp knife to cut it into bite-sized pieces.
Około 5 min
Wskazówka kucharza: If the candy is difficult to cut, you can lightly score the top when it's partially set.
Na porcję
Wartości odżywcze
- Kalorie
- 219,8kcal
- Białko
- 2,1g
- Węglowodany
- 22,8g
- Tłuszcz
- 14,2g
- Błonnik
- 1,3g
- Cukry
- 21,4g
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Przechowuj prawidłowo
Store in an airtight container at room temperature with wax paper between layers to prevent sticking.
Serve at room temperature.