"The original recipe for Aunt Bill's Brown Candy first appeared in 1928 in the regional newspaper The Daily Oklahoman, and became a favorite across the country almost immediately. The original version vaguely calls for "nut meats," with the understanding that pecans were the preferred nut. Our version uses a mix of walnuts and pecans to give the chewy candy a touch of depth and complexity."
"According to Ksenia Prints of At the Immigrant's Table, making candy at home can be a particularly fun challenge. Yes, it's a bit finicky and the potential for error is always there, but it's hard to beat the enjoyment of customizing flavors to suit your tastes, and it's pure pleasure to whip up bespoke treats you can use as DIY gifts."
Chewy, sweet Oklahoma nut candy combines deep brown caramel and toasted nuts for a texture and flavor similar to Turtles pralines. The recipe originates from Aunt Bill's Brown Candy, first printed in 1928, and originally called for pecans; the modern version mixes pecans and walnuts for added depth. Sugar is cooked low and slow to develop dark color and rich caramel notes. Toasted nuts are folded into a creamy, chewy caramel coating that yields pieces with a toasted crunch. The candies serve well as special desserts, platter additions, or holiday gifts.
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