Praline Recipe
French · Dessert · 20 min total
This classic French praline recipe yields crunchy, caramelized nuts perfect for snacking, garnishing desserts, or baking into cookies and cakes.
5
min prep
min prep
15
min cook
min cook
8
servings
servings
180
kcal/serving
kcal/serving
Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 cup whole almonds or pecans
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat and set aside.
- In a medium heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine sugar and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring gently, until sugar dissolves.
- Stop stirring and bring the mixture to a boil. Cook until it turns a deep amber color, about 8-10 minutes, swirling the pan occasionally for even color.
- Remove from heat and immediately stir in the nuts, vanilla (if using), and salt. Work quickly as the mixture will harden.
- Pour the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and spread into an even layer. Let cool completely until hard, about 30 minutes.
- Once cool, break into pieces or chop as desired.
Tips
- Use a candy thermometer for precise temperature; cook to 300°F (hard crack stage).
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
- Variation: Substitute almonds with pecans, walnuts, or hazelnuts.
- For a chocolate version, drizzle melted dark chocolate over the cooled praline.
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