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Nana's Famous Pecan Log

A delightful sweet treat combining vanilla wafers, sweetened condensed milk, and pecans, evoking nostalgia and togetherness.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 box 1 (11-ounce) box vanilla wafers
  • 1 can 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 3.5 cups 3 ½ cups finely chopped pecans Consider toasting for enhanced flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Crush the vanilla wafers in a food processor or a zip-top bag until they achieve a fine powder.
  2. In a bowl, mix the crushed wafers, sweetened condensed milk, and chopped pecans until well combined.
  3. Divide the mixture into two portions, shape them into logs about 2 inches thick, and wrap tightly in wax or parchment paper.
  4. Refrigerate for 2 hours to firm up.
Serving
  1. Once firm, slice the logs into ¼-inch rounds and arrange on a serving tray.

Notes

Serve with tea; can be frozen for later enjoyment. For variations, consider using other nuts or adding mini chocolate chips.