Ingredients:
- 1 cup pecan halves or pieces
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup powdered erythritol (or another keto-friendly sweetener)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
Instructions:
- Prepare the Pecans: Toast the pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes, stirring often to prevent burning. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Create the Base Mixture: In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, add the heavy cream and powdered erythritol. Stir well to combine.
- Simmer: Continue cooking the mixture, stirring frequently, until it starts to thicken and turns a caramel color. This should take about 10–15 minutes. Be careful not to let it burn by stirring consistently.
- Add Flavor: Once the mixture has thickened, remove it from heat and stir in the vanilla extract, salt, and toasted pecans. Mix everything until the pecans are fully coated.
- Form the Pralines: Use a spoon to drop dollops of the mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, forming small clusters or circles. Let them cool at room temperature until they harden.
- Serve: Once cooled and set, the pralines are ready to enjoy! Store any extras in an airtight container.
These Keto Pralines are a fantastic way to satisfy a sweet tooth without breaking ketosis. Each bite is buttery, nutty, and perfectly sweet. Enjoy!