Caramel-Marshmallow-Pecan Logs

• servings: 4 (5-inch) logs
• active time: 25 minutes
• total time: 49 minutes

Ingredients

1 (16-ounce) package powdered sugar, sifted

1 3/4 cups marshmallow creme

1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract

1 (14-ounce) package caramels

3 tablespoons water

1 1/2 cups chopped pecans

Directions

1. Combine first 3 ingredients in a large bowl; stir well. Knead 10 minutes or until smooth (mixture will be dry). Shape into four 5-inch logs. Cover and chill 3 hours.

2. Unwrap caramels; combine caramels and water in a large skillet. Cook over medium heat until caramels melt; reduce heat to low, and stir until smooth.

3. Working quickly with hands, roll each log in caramel mixture. Roll in pecans, pressing firmly to coat. Cover and chill at least 8 hours. Yield: 4 (5-inch) logs.

Notes

These gooey candy logs resemble that old-fashioned offering from the country store. An electric knife makes easy work of slicing.