Description
Creamy Butter Pecan Delight is a luscious dessert that combines the rich flavors of toasted pecans and creamy butter for a comforting treat. Each spoonful offers a delightful balance of sweetness and nuttiness, reminiscent of cherished family gatherings. Perfect for impressing guests or indulging after a long day, this dessert is easy to prepare yet exquisite in taste, making it a must-try for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chopped toasted pecans
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread chopped pecans on a baking sheet and toast for 8-10 minutes until golden brown.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter until bubbling.
- Stir in brown sugar and simmer for 2 minutes until dissolved.
- Pour in heavy cream while stirring continuously, then bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add vanilla extract and toasted pecans; simmer for an additional minute until slightly thickened.
- Remove from heat, cool slightly, and serve over ice cream or as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 36g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 85mg