Old-Fashioned Oklahoma Nut Candy
This easy oklahoma nut candy is a nostalgic, melt-in-your-mouth treat loaded with crunchy pecans. It is the perfect homemade holiday gift for your loved ones!
Equipment
- Heavy-Bottomed Saucepan
- Candy Thermometer
- Wax Paper
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups light brown sugar packed
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- 4 tablespoons butter softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups chopped pecans
Instructions
- Line your counter or two large baking sheets with long sheets of wax paper.
- In a large, heavy bottomed saucepan, combine the brown sugar, granulated sugar, and evaporated milk over medium heat. Stir the ingredients together just until the sugar dissolves and the mixture comes to a boil.
- Clip a candy thermometer on the side of the pan. Boil the mixture, without stirring, until the thermometer registers 235°F, which is a soft ball stage.
- As soon as the mixture reaches temperature, remove it from the heat and stir in the softened butter and vanilla extract.
- Using a wooden spoon, beat the mixture rapidly for about 2 to 3 minutes or until it begins to thicken and lose some of its glossiness.
- Stir in the chopped pecans.
- Quickly spoon the mixture onto the prepared wax paper. Let the drops cool completely before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 195kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 30mgPotassium: 88mgFiber: 1gSugar: 27gVitamin A: 88IUVitamin C: 0.3mgCalcium: 46mgIron: 0.4mg
*Nutritional information is a calculated guesstimate. Please note that this can change with different brands and modifications you may make to the recipe. For the most accurate information, use a nutritional calculator with the exact brands and measurements you're using with each recipe.
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