New Orleans Pralines
New Orleans Pralines are a classic Southern confection, originating from the French Quarter, made primarily from sugar, butter, cream, and pecans. They have a distinctive creamy, fudge-like texture and a rich, caramelized flavor.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
Pralines are very high in carbohydrates and fat, providing a significant calorie boost with minimal protein. A single praline can offer a quick source of energy, mainly from sugars, along with some minerals like magnesium and iron from the pecans.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 150 kcal |
| Protein | 1.5 g |
| Carbs | 20 g |
| Fat | 8 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 18 g |
| Sodium | 30 mg |
| Magnesium | 20 mg |
| Iron | 0.5 mg |
| Manganese | 0.4 mg |
| Copper | 0.1 mg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.05 mg |
| Phosphorus | 30 mg |
| Zinc | 0.3 mg |
| Potassium | 50 mg |
Per 1 praline (approx. 30 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The dish is a direct culinary descendant of French confections, adapted in Louisiana with locally abundant pecans instead of almonds. Nutritionally, they are a dense energy source, but the pecans do contribute beneficial monounsaturated fats and antioxidants.
