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Butterscotch Pecan Logs

Butterscotch Pecan Logs
One of my aunts created this recipe more than 30 years ago. It was always one of our favorite treats at Christmas. Soft, chewy butterscotch candy is coated with crunchy pecans.
72 ServingsPrep: 1 hour Cook: 10 min. + cooling

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon plus 1/4 cup butter, divided
  • 1-1/2 cups sugar
  • 1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar
  • 1 can (5 ounces) evaporated milk
  • 1 jar (7 ounces) marshmallow creme
  • 1-1/2 cups butterscotch chips
  • 2 packages (14 ounces each) caramels
  • 5 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
  • 4 cups finely chopped pecans

Directions

  • Line a 9-in. square pan with foil; grease the foil with 1 teaspoon
  • butter and set aside. In a heavy saucepan, combine the sugars, milk
  • and remaining butter. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Reduce
  • heat to medium-low; cook for 5 minutes. Remove from the heat. Stir
  • in marshmallow creme and chips until chips are melted. Spread into
  • prepared pan. Cool completely.
  • Using foil, lift candy out of pan; discard foil. Cut candy into 2-in.
  • x 1/2-in. pieces. In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine caramels
  • and cream. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 3-4 minutes or until
  • melted; stir until smooth.
  • Dip candies into caramel mixture; shake off excess. Immediately roll
  • in pecans. Place on waxed paper until set. Store in an airtight
  • container in the refrigerator. Before serving, cut into slices if
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Butterscotch Pecan Logs (continued)

Directions (continued)

  • desired. Yield: 4-1/2 pounds.
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving (1 each) equals 148 calories, 8 g fat (3 g saturated fat), 5 mg cholesterol, 31 mg sodium, 20 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 1 g protein.
© Taste of Home 2013