Pecan Caramels ("Glorias")

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Pecan Caramels ("Glorias")

Recipe courtesy Marcela Valladolid

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 (14-ounce) can condensed milk
2 tablespoons pure vanilla extract
1/2 cup pecans, roughly chopped
 
Melt the butter in a medium nonstick saucepan over medium heat. Add the condensed milk and vanilla and stir to combine. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook, stirring occasionally, until the mixture turns to a light caramel color (240 degrees F on a candy thermometer), about 25 minutes. Turn off the heat and incorporate the pecans. Let cool for about 8 minutes. Roll into 2-ounce pieces and wrap with parchment paper.
 
Yield: 10 (2-ounce) candies
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Inactive Prep Time: 8 minutes
Ease of preparation: easy