pecan logs

(2 RATINGS)
101 Pinches
In the Country, SC
Updated on Nov 21, 2012

This just sounds like those nutty logs you can buy in the store.

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yield Yields: 6 1/2 dozen, that's what it says

Ingredients

  • TO MAKE THE BODY
  • 3 cups confectioner's sugar
  • 7 ounces jar marshmallow cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • FOR THE BARK
  • 14 ounces bag caramels
  • 3 tablespoons water
  • 1 1/2 cups pecans, in pieces

How To Make pecan logs

  • Step 1
    FOR THE BODY: Combine the Confectioner's Sugar, Marshmallow Cream, & Vanilla Extract. Knead it, It will be dry. Shape into 4 1/2-inch x 1 1/4-inch logs. Cover & chill overnight. (okay I think my cut into SIC was to be cut into SIX 4 1/2-inch x 1 1/4-inch logs)!
  • Step 2
    FOR THE BARK: Put the Caramels & Water into a double-boiler over boiling water. Melt the caramels. (probably can use the microwave with this part in a microwavable bowl).
  • Step 3
    Drop logs into the melted caramel. Roll logs into the pieces of pecans.
  • Step 4
    Let sit on wax paper to chill & chill 2 hours. Cut into 1/3-inch slices.

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Category: Candies
Keyword: #nuts
Keyword: #pecans

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