Praline Ice Cream Sauce

Southern Praline Ice Cream Sauce

🕒 Prep Time: 5 minutes
🕒 Cook Time: 20 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 25 minutes

🥄 Servings: 12
🥣 Yield: 3 cups of rich sauce

Description:
I stumbled upon this delightful ice cream sauce recipe in a magazine several years ago, and since then, it has become a cherished tradition in our family, particularly during the holiday season. Our daughter Allison used to lovingly prepare batches of this sauce as Christmas gifts for her grandparents, and it’s safe to say it always brought smiles to their faces. What makes this sauce truly exceptional is not just its heavenly flavor, reminiscent of classic Southern pralines, but also its remarkable simplicity thanks to the magic of the microwave.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/4 cups pecans
• 7 tablespoons butter
• 1 1/2 cups light brown sugar
• 3 tablespoons flour
• 3/4 cup light corn syrup
• 2/3 cup evaporated milk

Instructions:

1. Prepare Pecans:

   • Place pecans and 3 tablespoons of butter in a microwave-safe dish.

2. Microwave Pecans:

   • Cook on high for ten minutes, stirring twice during cooking to ensure even toasting.

3. Melt Butter:

   • In a separate microwave-safe dish, place the remaining butter and heat until melted.

4. Prepare Sugar Mixture:

   • Whisk in brown sugar, flour, and corn syrup until fully blended with the melted butter.

5. Microwave Sugar Mixture:

   • Cook on high for 6-8 minutes, stirring twice during cooking, until the sugar is completely dissolved and the mixture has thickened to a rich consistency.

6. Incorporate Pecans:

   • Once the sugar mixture is ready, add the toasted pecans and butter mixture to it, stirring gently to combine.

7. Allow to Stand:

   • Let the sauce stand for 2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and intensify.

8. Jar and Seal:

   • Carefully pour the hot sauce into sterilized jars, then seal them tightly to preserve the freshness and flavor.

This Southern Praline Ice Cream Sauce is perfect for drizzling over your favorite ice cream flavors, whether it’s classic vanilla, rich chocolate, or indulgent butter pecan. The combination of buttery caramel sweetness with crunchy toasted pecans is sure to elevate any frozen treat to a whole new level of deliciousness. Plus, since it’s made in the microwave, it’s incredibly quick and easy to whip up whenever cravings strike or whenever you want to add a touch of Southern charm to your desserts. Enjoy the taste of tradition with this delightful sauce that’s bound to become a beloved favorite in your family, just as it has in ours.