Country Fried Steak with Cream Gravy – A Southern Classic Made Easy
Melt-in-your-mouth Southern pralines made with butter, cream, brown sugar, and pecan halves — a nostalgic candy that’s as easy to make as it is irresistible.
Equipment
- Heavy saucepan
- Wooden Spoon
- candy thermometer
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment paper
Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 4 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1½ cups pecan halves
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Line your baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- In a heavy saucepan, stir together granulated sugar, brown sugar, and cream over medium heat until it reaches a gentle boil.
- Add butter and continue stirring until the mixture reaches 235°F (soft-ball stage).
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and salt.
- Fold in the pecans and stir until mixture thickens slightly and loses its gloss.
- Drop spoonfuls of mixture onto prepared sheet. Let cool completely.
Notes
Use fresh pecans for best texture. Stir just until the candy loses its gloss — that’s your cue it’s ready to drop. Avoid making on humid days to prevent stickiness.