Praline Cookies

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Delicate, chewy meringue cookies with toasted pecans and rich brown sugar
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Praline Cookies

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 1 Calories: 1298.0

Description

These Praline Cookies are a nostalgic Southern treat that perfectly balances the crisp exterior of a meringue with a soft, chewy center. Made with just a few simple ingredients, they rely on stiffly beaten egg whites to create a light, airy structure that holds together the rich flavors of packed light brown sugar and vanilla. The star ingredient is the pecan; lightly toasting them before folding them in releases their natural oils, adding a deep, nutty aroma that elevates the entire batch. The result is a cookie that starts crisp but mellows into a delightful chewiness over time. They are perfect for holiday baking, tea time, or gifting, offering a sophisticated yet rustic appeal that brings a taste of home to any occasion.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven to 275&# 194;°F (135ðC) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Lightly toast the pecan halves in a dry skillet over medium heat or in a 350ðF (177ðC) oven for 5-7 minutes until fragrant. Let them cool completely.
  3. In a clean, grease-free bowl, beat the egg white until stiff peaks form.
  4. Gently fold in the vanilla extract.
  5. Carefully fold in the packed brown sugar, flour, and salt until just combined, being careful not to deflate the egg whites.
  6. Fold in the cooled toasted pecan halves.
  7. Using two spoons or a cookie scoop, drop small clusters of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between them as they will spread slightly.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the cookies feel dry to the touch but still have a slight chew in the center.
  9. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to set.
  10. Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
  11. Store in an airtight container. Note that the texture will become chewier over time.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1298.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 108.1g167%
Saturated Fat 13.5g68%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 2477.4mg104%
Total Carbohydrate 86.8g29%
Dietary Fiber 15.0g60%
Sugars 65.0g
Protein 14.7g30%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: praline, cookies, pecans, meringue, brown sugar, egg whites, chewy, crisp, southern, dessert, vanilla, toasted, baking, holiday, gift, classic, nutty, simple
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