Dawn’s Pecans; Lockhart Farms LLC

03/25/2025

02/21/2025

Dawn is set up on Emerald Ave in Pass Christian till 5pm tonight. And she’ll be at the Pass Christian Farmers Market tomorrow!!

01/14/2025

Dawn is set up on emerald avenue in Pass Christian! Go on out and see her and get you some pecans!!!

12/22/2024

Nana’s 3-Ingredient Pecan Log

Ingredients:

1 (11-ounce) box vanilla wafers
1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
3 1/2 cups finely chopped pecans
Instructions:

Crush the vanilla wafers: Use a food processor to finely crush the vanilla wafers.
Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the crushed wafers, sweetened condensed milk, and chopped pecans until well combined. This mixture will be thick and may require using your hands to fully incorporate.
Form the logs: Divide the mixture in half and shape each portion into a log. Place each log on a large sheet of wax paper and wrap tightly.
Chill: Refrigerate the wrapped logs for at least 2 hours to firm up.
Serve: Once chilled, slice the logs into 1/4-inch slices and serve.
Tips:

For enhanced flavor, toast the pecans in a 350°F oven for 8 to 10 minutes before chopping and adding to the mixture.
These pecan logs make excellent gifts; consider wrapping them in festive paper or placing them in decorative tins.
Enjoy this simple yet indulgent treat during the holiday season!

12/18/2024

Dawn is set up here till dark!! Go get your pecans!

12/15/2024

Alabama Pecanbread

Ingredients:
2 cups pecans, finely chopped
1 1/2 cups self-rising flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup brown sugar, packed
1 cup vegetable oil
4 large eggs, beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt

Directions:
Prepare the Oven and Baking Dish:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.

Mix the Wet Ingredients:
In a large bowl, use a wooden spoon to stir together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, beaten eggs, and vegetable oil until fully combined.

Incorporate the Dry Ingredients:
Stir in the self-rising flour and salt until the mixture is well incorporated.
Mix in the vanilla extract, then fold in the finely chopped pecans.

Bake the Pecanbread:
Pour the batter into the greased baking dish, spreading it evenly.
Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean.

Cool and Serve:
Remove the dish from the oven and allow it to cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing.
Serve warm or at room temperature.

12/08/2024

Praline Crunch 😋

This deliciously sweet and crunchy snack is perfect for gatherings or just treating yourself!

Ingredients
8 cups Crispix cereal 🥣
2 cups pecan halves (salted) 🥜
½ cup packed brown sugar 🍬
½ cup corn syrup 🍯
½ cup butter 🧈
1 tsp vanilla extract 🍦
½ tsp baking soda 🧪
Instructions
Prepare the Oven:

Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C).
Mix Cereal and Pecans:

In a large mixing bowl, combine the Crispix cereal and pecan halves.
Make the Praline Coating:

In a large saucepan over medium-high heat, add the brown sugar, corn syrup, and butter. Stir occasionally and bring the mixture to a boil.
Once boiling, remove from heat, then add the vanilla extract and baking soda. Stir well until the mixture is smooth and foamy.
Coat the Cereal:

Pour the praline mixture over the cereal and pecans, stirring to coat everything evenly.
Bake:

Spread the coated mixture into a 9x13-inch baking pan. Bake for 1 hour, stirring every 20 minutes to ensure even coating.
Cool and Serve:

Once done, spread the mixture on wax or parchment paper to cool completely. Break into pieces and enjoy!
This treat is addictive, so enjoy every crunchy, caramelized bite!

12/07/2024

We’re out at lakeside treasures! Come on out and see all the vendors!

12/01/2024

Apple Cinnamon Pecan Bread

Ingredients:

1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
2 large eggs (room temperature)
3/4 cup sugar
1/3 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons applesauce
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups finely chopped peeled apples
1 cup chopped toasted pecans
1 tablespoon sugar (for sprinkling the top)
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Directions:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and baking powder.
In a large bowl, beat the eggs, sugar, vegetable oil, applesauce, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Gently fold in the chopped apples and half of the pecans.
In a small bowl, combine the remaining pecans, 1 tablespoon of sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon of ground cinnamon. Sprinkle this mixture over the top of the batter in the loaf pan.
Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 55-60 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Kcal: 280 kcal per serving | Servings: 10 servings



This Apple Cinnamon Pecan Bread is the essence of autumn baking. The combination of tender, juicy apples, aromatic cinnamon, and crunchy pecans makes this loaf a delightful treat for the season. It's soft, moist, and perfectly spiced, offering a burst of flavor with each bite.

Ideal for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or even dessert, this bread pairs beautifully with a warm cup of tea or coffee. The crunchy pecan topping adds the perfect touch of texture and sweetness, making this recipe a must-bake for fall gatherings and cozy weekends.

11/27/2024

Here is a list of the vendors we will have this Saturday.

3 Chicks and a Brush- sweatshirts, blankets, pillows and more
Possum Town Custom Gifts - customized cups, totes and more
Tanyag Studio- wooden ornaments, acrylic ornaments, bookmarks and more
The Everlasting Loaf- sourdough goods, elderberry, chapstick
Anchored Down South- t-shirts
Cotton Candy by Caleb- cotton candy
MS Southern Creations 4U- flags/poles, paracord art, jewelry, placques
LMG Ranch- baked goods
M&K Designs- custom trucker hats, jewelry, paintings, ornaments
Amy Pate- laser engraved items, hand turned pens, spoon rings, hand turned duck calls, coin rings

Come support these small businesses!

11/24/2024

Brownie Pecan Pie Ooey Gooey Butter Cake 🍫🥧🧈

Ingredients:

For the Brownie Layer:
- 1 box brownie mix (plus ingredients listed on the box)
- 1 cup chopped pecans

For the Pecan Pie Layer:
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans

For the Ooey Gooey Butter Cake Layer:
- 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 box yellow cake mix
- 4 cups powdered sugar

Directions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

For the Brownie Layer:
2. Prepare the brownie mix according to the package instructions, then fold in the chopped pecans.

3. Spread the brownie batter evenly into the prepared baking dish. Bake for 15 minutes, then remove from the oven and set aside.

For the Pecan Pie Layer:
4. In a large bowl, whisk together the corn syrup, granulated sugar, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.

5. Stir in the chopped pecans.

6. Pour the pecan pie mixture over the partially baked brownie layer and spread it out evenly.

For the Ooey Gooey Butter Cake Layer:
7. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and melted butter until smooth and creamy.

8. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, and mix until well combined.

9. Gradually add the yellow cake mix and powdered sugar, mixing until smooth.

10. Pour the ooey gooey butter cake batter over the pecan pie layer and spread it out evenly.

To Bake:
11. Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set but still slightly gooey.

12. Remove from the oven and allow the cake to cool completely in the baking dish.

To Serve:
13. Once cooled, cut the cake into squares and serve.

Chef's Tip: For an extra touch of decadence, you can drizzle the top of each serving with chocolate sauce or caramel sauce. This brownie pecan pie ooey gooey butter cake is perfect for special occasions and will delight your taste buds with its rich and gooey layers!