Pumpkin Pecan Candy (Ball Shaped Candy)

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   Combine the sugar, coconut, and pumpkin in a heavy medium saucepan.

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   Place over medium heat and stir until sugar dissolves.

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   Continue cooking, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens and forms a ball, 15-20 minutes.

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   Stir in the vanilla.

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   Place the cooked mixture into a bowl and set aside to cool.

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   Cover the surface with plastic wrap or wax paper to avoid a skin forming.

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   Roll 1 Tablespoon of the mixture into balls between your palms.

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   Roll the balls in the chpped pecans.

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   Store the candies in an airtight container at room temperature for 1 week.

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    VARIATION:Pumpkin Pie Pecan Candy-Add 1 tsp of cinnamon and 1/8 tsp of ground cloves before cooking the pumpkin.

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    NOTE: I wasn't sure on the number of servings.you may get more or less.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.