Old-Fashioned Pecan Candy – Rich, Buttery, and Perfectly Sweet
This Old-Fashioned Pecan Candy is a timeless Southern treat — rich, chocolatey, and full of buttery, toasted pecans. Made on the stovetop with simple pantry staples, it’s a quick and satisfying candy that melts in your mouth with every bite. The flavor sits somewhere between fudge and pralines, and it’s just the right balance of creamy, crunchy, and sweet. Whether you make it for holidays, gifts, or a special indulgence, this recipe brings back the nostalgia of homemade candy made the old-fashioned way. 🍫🌰
Ingredients
- 2 cups sugar
- 1 stick salted butter
- 4 tablespoons light cocoa powder
- 1 (6 oz) can evaporated milk
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups pecans, chopped (or your favorite nuts)
