Directions
In a saucepan, combine brown sugar, granulated sugar, unsalted butter, heavy cream, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly until it thickens and becomes glossy.
Add chopped pecans to the caramel sauce, stirring to coat evenly.
Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto a lined baking sheet and let cool until set.
Optional: Sprinkle with sea salt before the Pecan Dandy Do’s completely cool.
Enjoy these delightful Old-School Pecan Dandy Do’s as a sweet treat or gift them to loved ones!
Now that we have all our ingredients lined up, let’s get started on making these delectable Pecan Dandy Do’s. I remember the first time I made these treats with my grandma; the kitchen was filled with the warm aroma of caramel and toasted pecans—a memory I cherish to this day.
One essential tip for making perfect Pecan Dandy Do’s is to ensure that you stir the caramel mixture constantly to prevent it from burning. The key is to cook it until it reaches just the right consistency—thick and glossy, ready to coat those crunchy pecans.
