Easy Pecan Logs

By Lorena_321

Ingredients

• 2 cups marshmallow cream
• 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
• 2 t vanilla
• 1 pound soft caramels
• 2 t cream
• 2 cups toasted pecans, finely chopped

Preparation

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the marshmallow cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla. stir with a stiff spoon until it becomes too difficult, then knead with your hands until all of the sugar is incorporated and you have a smooth, putty-textured ball. Divide the candy into 8 equal parts, and roll them into thick logs about 1" in diameter. Place the logs on a baking sheet lined with foil or waxed paper, and freeze the logs until very firm, at least 1 hour.
Once the logs are very solid, place the unwrapped caramels in a large microwave-safe bowl with the cream. Microwave one minute, then stir the caramels. Do this until smooth.
Place the chopped pecans in a shallow bowl or pie tin.
Remove the logs from the refrigerator. Using a fork or dipping tool, dip one in the melted caramel until it is completely submerged. Remove it from the caramel, then place it on the chopped pecans and roll it in the nuts until every surface is covered with nuts. place the log back on the sheet and quickly repeat with remaining logs. if the caramel gets too thick, microwave again for a brief time.
once all the logs have been coated in caramel and nuts, return them to the freezer for 30 minutes. once they are firm, they can be cut into beautiful round slices. Store in refrigerator.