Pecan Praline Topping
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From EatingWell: November 1997, The Essential EatingWell Cookbook (2004)A sprinkling of this nutty topping brings a vanilla cheesecake to life. It is also delicious on reduced-fat ice cream or frozen yogurt.
1 cup | Active Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes (including cooling time)
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/3 cup water
- 1/4 cup finely chopped pecans
Preparation
- Coat a baking sheet with cooking spray.
- Combine sugar and water in a small heavy saucepan. Bring to a simmer over low heat, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar. Increase heat to medium-high and cook, without stirring, until syrup turns medium amber, 3 to 5 minutes. Immediately remove from heat and stir in pecans. Pour onto the prepared baking sheet, spreading in a thin layer. Let stand until praline is cool and brittle.
- Slide a metal spatula under the praline to loosen it; crack into small pieces. Place in a food processor and pulse until coarsely crushed or ground.
Nutrition
Per tablespoon : 37 Calories; 1 g Fat; 0 g Sat; 1 g Mono; 0 mg Cholesterol; 7 g Carbohydrates; 0 g Protein; 0 g Fiber; 0 mg Sodium; 8 mg Potassium
1/2 Carbohydrate Serving
Exchanges: 1/2 other carbohydrate
Tips & Notes
- Make Ahead Tip: Store tightly covered at room temperature for up to 3 days.