LOW CARB CHOCOLATE COVERED PECANS

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Very indulgent lower carb dessert or snack, that is practically guilt free. You could also make this with almonds instead of the pecans, and would make a very nice treat for you or your sweetie for Valentine's day .

Provided by MNLisaB

Categories     Candy

Time 1h15m

Yield 24 pieces

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 ounce bakers unsweetened chocolate
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons heavy cream
1/4 teaspoon vanilla
7 teaspoons Splenda sugar substitute, sweetner divided
1/2 cup pecan halves
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Steps:

  • Mix pecans, 2 tsp splenda and cinnamon in a plastic bowl with a lid and shake until coated.
  • In a double boiler, melt the chocolate and butter, then add the cream and add the rest of the spenda.
  • Mix well until smooth, then remove from the heat.
  • Stir in pecans, or dip them into the chocolate mixture one at a time.
  • Place coated pecans on wax paper or plate to chill, at least one hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 33.2, Fat 3.5, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 4.3, Sodium 7.6, Carbohydrate 0.7, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 0.1, Protein 0.4

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