Old-Fashioned Pecan Logs

Grease a 9-inch baking dish with nonstick spray and set aside.
To a medium pot or Dutch oven, add the butter, corn syrup, and granulated sugar and set over medium heat. Stir constantly until the butter is melted and mixture is combined.
Continue stirring until mixture has come to a simmer, then remove from heat.
Stir in powdered sugar, powdered milk, and vanilla. The mixture will become thick. Press mixture into greased baking dish and let rest until cool to the touch, about 30 minutes.
Cut mixture into 4 even strips, then slice down the center so you have 8 equal pieces.
Remove one slice, place on a piece of parchment paper, and roll to form a log. Place on a baking sheet, then repeat with remaining filling slices. Transfer to freezer until solid, 1-2 hours.
Once frozen solid, make the coating:
Place a heatproof bowl over a saucepan filled with water and place over medium heat. Place caramels and 4 tablespoons milk in the bowl, and stir constantly until melted.
Spread out chopped pecans in a shallow dish.
Using a fork, dip filling logs into caramel, making sure all filling is coated. Roll coated log in pecans, pressing gently to ensure pecans stick and whole log is coated.
Transfer to a baking sheet lined with parchment and repeat with remaining logs. Slice into 1/2-inch slices and serve. Enjoy!