No-Bake Coconut Pecan Pralines

INGREDIENTS:

1 1/2 cups granulated sugar

1/2 cup packed light brown sugar

1/2 cup unsalted butter

1/2 cup evaporated milk

1 1/2 cups chopped pecans

1 1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Pinch of salt

DIRECTIONS:

Step 1: Prepare the Pecan and Coconut Mixture

Mix Pecans and Coconut: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped pecans and shredded coconut. Set aside.

Step 2: Make the Praline Base

Combine the Sugars, Butter, and Milk: In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, brown sugar, unsalted butter, and evaporated milk.

Heat the Mixture: Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir constantly until the butter is melted, and the sugars are dissolved.

Bring to a Boil: Increase the heat to medium-high and bring the mixture to a rolling boil. Continue to stir constantly to prevent burning.

Cook to Soft-Ball Stage: Let the mixture boil for 3-4 minutes, or until it reaches the soft-ball stage (235-240°F or 112-116°C) on a candy thermometer. If you don’t have a thermometer, you can test by dropping a small amount of the mixture into a bowl of cold water—it should form a soft, pliable ball …