Guittard Chocolate - Chocolate Caramelized Pecan Spread Recipe

Guittard Chocolate Caramelized Pecan Spread

In this recipe, the caramel-forward pecan praline pairs well with the light spice and complex raisin notes of our Lever du Soleil 61% dark chocolate. This spread would pair well with a hearty whole-grain toasted bread as a breakfast treat or can be partially melted and used as a topping on a multi-layered verrine, or even added as a final touch on a chocolate cream pie.
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Spread/Paste
Difficulty: Easy
Brand: Guittard
Seasonal: Thanksgiving
Author: Chef Josh Johnson

Equipment

  • 1 Food Processor
  • 1 Mixing Bowl

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Combine pecan praline, butter, and salt in a food processor. Blend until smooth. Ensure pecan mixture is at a temperature of 86°F (30°C) or cooler.
  • Add pre-crystallized Lever du Soleil 61%, and blend until just combined. Do not exceed 87°F (31°C).
  • Finish blending by hand, then deposit into four 4-oz glass jars and store in the cooler.
  • Allow the spread to sit at room temperature for 25-30 minutes before using, for ease of spreading.

Notes

For best results with homemade praline, use a tabletop refiner if available for the smoothest texture. If pre-crystalized chocolate isn’t practical, the entire mass can be tabled a minimum of 71-75°F (22-24°C) to ensure crystallization.

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