“It was my first time making Georgia Browns and they still came out perfectly! 10/10.”
Georgia Browns are decadent treats featuring a combination of roasted pecans, chewy caramel, and rich chocolate. They are a delightful homemade candy perfect for gifting or enjoying yourself.
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Ingredients:
Pecans:
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| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Pecan halves | 2 cups |
| Butter, melted | 3 tablespoons |
| Salt | 2 teaspoons |
Caramel:
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| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Water | ¼ cup |
| Dark brown sugar | 1 cup |
| Sweetened condensed milk | 1 cup |
| Corn syrup | ⅔ cup |
| Butter | 7 tablespoons |
| Vanilla | 1 teaspoon |
| Salt | ½ teaspoon |
Chocolate:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Semi-sweet chocolate, melted | 1 ¾ cups |
Instructions:
- Roast pecans: Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Toss pecans with melted butter and salt. Spread on a parchment-lined baking sheet and roast for 13-15 minutes. Let cool.
- Make caramel: Combine water, brown sugar, condensed milk, corn syrup, butter in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Continue boiling until the mixture reaches 245°F (118°C). Remove from heat, stir in vanilla and salt.
- Assemble Browns: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange cooled pecans in groups of 3-4, spaced apart. Dollop caramel on top of each group. Let cool.
- Add chocolate: Spoon melted chocolate over cooled caramel. Let chocolate set.
- Store: Store Georgia Browns in an airtight container in a cool place.
