Creamy Butter Pecan Delight
Creamy Butter Pecan Delight is a luscious dessert that perfectly balances the rich flavors of buttery goodness and toasted pecans. This indulgent treat offers a velvety texture that melts in your mouth, making it an irresistible choice for any occasion. Whether served warm or chilled, this delightful dish is guaranteed to impress your guests and leave them wanting more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pecans (toasted)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 tbsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and toast pecans on a baking sheet for 8-10 minutes until golden.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt butter until bubbly but not browned.
- Gradually stir in brown sugar until dissolved, about 3 minutes.
- Add heavy cream, stirring continuously until the mixture simmers and thickens slightly (about 5 minutes).
- Remove from heat; stir in vanilla extract and toasted pecans.
- Transfer to serving dishes and chill before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 31g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg