Soft Caramel Pecan Clusters
Delightful clusters of buttery caramel and crunchy pecans, perfect for gatherings or a sweet treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 12 clusters 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pecans, chopped
- 1 cup caramels
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Melt the butter and caramels: In a saucepan over low heat, combine the butter and caramels. Stir gently until the mixture melts into a smooth, creamy delight. Add in the salt and vanilla extract.
- Mix in the pecans: Remove the saucepan from heat and add the chopped pecans. Stir well until coated in the caramel mixture.
- Drop onto baking sheet: Using a spoon, drop generous spoonfuls of the mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Allow to cool completely: Let the clusters cool until set.
- Enjoy your delicious clusters: Savor these as a treat or share with loved ones.
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. Can freeze for up to three months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cluster
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg