Pralines and nougats are almost of the same type, they only differ in the preparation of the ingredient. Like nougats, pralines are almost always chewy but sometimes it can have a hard consistency, depending on the composition it was made of. Nougats are usually used in chocolates and candy bars like praline pecan.



There are two variations of nougat:

1. White nougat because it is made up of egg whites beaten to have a soft consistency.

2. Brown nougat since it is made from caramelized sugar, thus, making it firmer and crunchy.

Praline in Other Parts of the World

In most parts of Europe, pralines are made from hazelnuts and almonds. Back in the seventeenth century when pralines originated in France, the original recipe was almonds based with a sweet coating of caramelized sugar. In Belgium, Netherlands and Germany, praline is the term used for filled chocolates. In the United Kingdom, pralines are either the chocolate filling or the whole nut pralines. In Louisiana and Texas, praline mixture is incorporated with cream and pecan nuts. Praline candies are more popular in New Orleans and other cities in the Deep South like South Carolina, Savannah, Charleston and Georgia.

Praline Pecans Creation

Praline pecans' basic ingredients are granulated sugar, brown sugar, butter, cream, vanilla, and of course pecan. The use of pecan nuts is one variation made by the United States since pecans are abundant in the southern regions of the country. But no matter what type of nut is used, still praline pecans are delicious treats and addicting.

The confection made of pecan nut kernels are stirred and mixed in boiling sugar syrup until it is crisp and brown. Its rich creamy taste makes the praline pecan's flavor different but deliciously tasting than any other delicacy. Once you taste it, you will agree that nothing will ever beat the sweet taste of praline pecans.

Praline Pecans for the Holidays

Praline pecan has been around the bend for quite some time. Its origin dates back some 200 years ago. Though it has developed other varieties, the original praline pecan remains to be the most loved. Its recipe has been passed on from generation to generation. And till now, praline pecan is still the all-time favorite holiday treat well-loved by families.

In the South, praline pecans are a Christmas tradition. It is the famous delicacy served during parties. It is given as gifts, too. If you live in New Orleans near the French Market, you can watch how this delicacy is made. But if you can, it is easy to make them yourself, if you know and you have the “right touch.”

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