Oklahoma Sooner Nut Candies
These Oklahoma Sooner Nut Candies are rich, buttery homemade candies made with sugar, heavy cream, butter, vanilla, and pecans. They set into sweet, creamy squares that are perfect for gifting, holidays, or sharing.
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Servings: 12
Ingredients
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 6 c sugar divided
- 2 c heavy cream
- 1/2 c unsalted butter
- 1 1/2 c pecans chopped
Instructions
- Liberally grease a 9x13-inch pan and set aside.
- In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, add 2 cups of the sugar. Cook over low heat, stirring continuously, until the sugar has melted. This should take approximately 20 minutes.
- Once the sugar has melted, add the remaining sugar and the heavy cream to the saucepan, stirring continuously until combined.
- Increase the heat and continue cooking until the mixture reaches 244°F.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the baking soda until fully incorporated.
- Add the vanilla and butter. Continue stirring until the butter has melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Allow the mixture to rest for 20 minutes.
- After the resting time, stir in the chopped pecans. Continue stirring until the mixture loses its sheen.
- Pour the candy mixture into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Allow the candy to cool for 1 to 2 hours, or overnight if possible, until fully set.
- Cut into small squares and serve.
Notes
To make these Oklahoma Sooner Nut Candies gluten free, verify that the vanilla extract, baking soda, butter, and any packaged pecans are labeled gluten free, since additives and cross-contact can vary by brand. The main ingredients are naturally gluten free, but if gluten is a concern, use clean cookware and utensils that have not been in contact with gluten-containing ingredients. Once the ingredient labels are confirmed, this recipe is very easy to keep gluten free.