Delightfully nutty fondant candy recipe. It includes one variation.
Original recipe makes 4 servings
Ingredients
1/3 cup butter
1/3 cup light corn syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 (16 ounce) package confectioners’ sugar, sifted
2 cups chopped pecans
Directions
- In a large bowl, blend together the margarine, corn syrup, vanilla and salt.
- Add confectioners sugar and mix well. Knead with hands and shape into rolls about 2 inches long and l/2 inch thick. Roll in crushed pecans and refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Variation: If desired, prepare mocha logs by adding two teaspoons of instant coffee powder to the fondant before rolling into logs.
Nutrition
Calories: 1028 kcal
Carbohydrates: 140.2 g
Cholesterol: 41 mg
Fat: 54.7 g
Fiber: 5.2 g
Protein: 5.2 g
Sodium: 418 mg
