Southern pecan logs are a delicious and indulgent treat that are popular in the southern United States. This sweet confection is made of a soft and fluffy nougat center, wrapped in caramel and coated with crunchy pecans. While this treat can easily be found in stores, there's nothing quite like making your own at home. Not only is it a fun and rewarding experience, but it also allows you to customize the recipe to your liking. In this article, we will walk you through a professional and well-organized introduction to making your own southern pecan logs from scratch.
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To start, we'll make the pecan nougat center. In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, corn syrup, water, and salt. Stir over medium heat until the sugar has dissolved.
Once the sugar has dissolved, add in the unsalted butter and sweetened condensed milk. Stir constantly until the mixture reaches a temperature of 235°F on a candy thermometer.
Remove the mixture from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Let the mixture cool for about 5 minutes before gradually adding in the confectioner's sugar. Mix until well combined.
Next, we'll make the caramel coating. In a small saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, corn syrup, water, and salt. Stir over medium heat until the sugar has dissolved.
Once the sugar has dissolved, add in the unsalted butter and heavy cream. Stir constantly until the mixture reaches a temperature of 245°F on a candy thermometer.
Remove the mixture from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Let the mixture cool for about 5 minutes before pouring it over the pecan nougat center.
Before the caramel sets, use a spatula to spread it evenly over the pecan nougat center. Let the mixture cool and set for about 15 minutes before cutting it into logs.
To make the coating, melt the unsalted butter in a small saucepan. Dip each log into the melted butter and then roll it in the chopped pecans until fully coated.
Place the coated logs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the coating to set. Once set, your homemade southern pecan logs are ready to be enjoyed!
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