Praline Ice Cream Sauce

    Posted by  ·  November 18, 2009

    I found this recipe years ago (in a magazine but can’t remember which one)  and I must warn you it is so yummy and addictive! The best part about this sauce is that it is made in the microwave, so it is fast and simple and makes a great homemade gift.

    Praline  Sauce

    1 1/4 cups chopped pecans

    7 Tablespoons butter (divided)

    1 1/2 cups brown sugar

    3 Tablespoons flour

    3/4 cup light corn syrup

    2/3 cup evaporated milk

    Makes 3 cups of sauce.

    Place chopped pecans in a microwave dish with 3 Tablespoons butter. Cook for 8 – 10 minutes, stirring twice. Watch the pecans closely to not burn them.

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    In another microwave safe bowl (I use a glass batter bowl because it has a lip for pouring) place remaining butter and heat until melted.  Whisk in brown sugar, flour, and light corn syrup until blended.  Cook on high 6-8 minutes, stirring twice, until the sugar is dissolved.

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    Add in 2/3 cup evaporated milk and the pecans, stir well.

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    Pour into jars.

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    Add a tag and bow and  you have made some sweet little gifts! Consider packaging with a cool ice cream scoop to make it extra special. Put  instructions on the back of the tag to keep sauce refrigerated and to reheat slightly in microwave to pour over ice cream.

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    You might enjoying browsing through my Handmade Gift Guide for loads of homemade gift ideas.

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    1. Katie
      Monday, November 24th, 2014
      How long of a shelf life does this have? Can they be mailed after they are made or should I set the jars in boiling water like canning? I would be afraid of mold if not refrigerated shortly after making them.
      Reply
    2. Sherry Siedlecki
      Wednesday, November 19th, 2014
      Hello, I also was so excited to find this recipe. I know it's been asked several times, but I didn't see an answer and really would like to know if these can be water bathed To keep on the shelf for storing and gift giving. If so do you please know how long they would take To process. I appreciate your time and help. Sincerely, Mrs. Sherry Siedlecki
      Reply
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    5. Courtney
      Monday, December 23rd, 2013
      My pecans also burnt within 4 minutes. How strong (in Watts) was the microwave used in the original recipe? It would affect the timing quite a bit.
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      Thursday, July 18th, 2013
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    8. Sandy
      Sunday, June 16th, 2013
      I just made this and it was delicious! I made it on the stove top because I'm not a fan of microwave cooking. I browned the pecans and then melted the butter in a medium cooker and added the ingredients as per the recipe. I will make this during the Holidays and also as gifts on special occasions. Thanks so much for posting this recipe!
      Reply
    9. International Decor
      Saturday, January 5th, 2013
      its fantastic, thank you very much ..
      Reply
    10. Joy
      Wednesday, January 2nd, 2013
      My pecans burnt after 4 minutes, what did I do wrong? Would the cook time really vary that much?
      Reply
    11. International decor
      Wednesday, November 28th, 2012
      wow! its amazing idea
      Reply
    12. Jessi
      Sunday, November 18th, 2012
      This is so yummy! Just made this. I wish I knew how long it would last in the fridge. I want to make up a lot and give as gifts.
      Reply
    13. jo
      Wednesday, October 10th, 2012
      How long will this safely last in the fridge? Can this be processed to keep in the pantry - if so, how would I do this and how long would it safely keep in the pantry?
      Thank you
      Reply
    14. Donna Spurgeon
      Monday, October 8th, 2012
      This sounds absolutely delicious! And I don't know why you couldn't can them in a water bath to make them shelf stable. I'm certainly gonna try it! I'll be giving this as gifts to everyone!
      Reply
    15. Nancy Lempinen
      Sunday, September 30th, 2012
      I've got to try this recipe it sounds delish! I'm wondering how long they would keep in the refrigerator, I'd love to make them ahead of time, anyone know?
      Reply
    16. Kelly
      Wednesday, May 9th, 2012
      I am celiac ... so gluten free. Could corn starch be used for the flour?
      Reply
    17. Lynn
      Monday, February 13th, 2012
      I would love to find a way to can this so I could include it in make ahead gift baskets. I make 15 each year as party favors and I don't have the room in the fridge for all the baskets. If anyone knows how to do it so it doesn't need refrigeration I would love to know!!!!
      Reply
    18. Kristen
      Monday, November 7th, 2011
      I am sooo trying this! Looks delicious. I'm thinking neighbor gift!
      Thanks!
      Reply
    19. Clydia Kay
      Monday, November 7th, 2011
      This would make a great teacher gift! Thanks
      Reply
    20. Jessica
      Thursday, November 3rd, 2011
      Looks gorgeous! How long would it keep for in the fridge?
      Reply
    21. Jessica
      Wednesday, November 2nd, 2011
      What quantity does this recipe make? What is a substitute for light corn syrup - golden syrup?

      These look gorgeous & I'd like to try making them this Christmas. :)
      Reply
    22. ann b
      Sunday, January 2nd, 2011
      To Danielle from 11/3/2010---if you go to Bisquick recipes they should have a recipe for impossible pecan pie --fantastic for those who don't care for the crusts-if you look for it and can't find it -email me at acb39470@bellsouth.net and I will look it up in my recipes-they also have one for a pumpkin pie that's good too-we use it every tear for thanksgiving
      Reply
    23. Amy
      Monday, November 8th, 2010
      What a yummy idea! Will be making for neighbors. Included this in my "Non-sewing Handmade Gift Ideas" blog: http://www.amytriedit.com/2010/11/non-sewing-handmade-gift-ideas.html
      Reply
    24. Danielle
      Wednesday, November 3rd, 2010
      oooh....ooooooooh....man does that speak to my sweet little taste buds. It's like pecan pie (my absolute favorite) without the crust (my least favorite part of said pie). looks like some dangerous stuff (says my waist line....but we won't pay any attention to her)
      Reply
    25. Andi
      Tuesday, November 2nd, 2010
      Yea, for canning, can it all be done the same and then proccessed in a bath of water???
      Reply
    26. Millie Castillo
      Tuesday, September 14th, 2010
      Hi!! This looks amazing. Questions could this be used as a cake filling?
      Reply
    27. patti
      Friday, August 20th, 2010
      You can buy Leifheit 2-Cup Perserving Jars Set of 6 online at target.com! THANKS for the yummy recipe! Think I will make for Christmas presents this year!
      Reply
    28. Jacqueline
      Monday, July 19th, 2010
      This would be perfect for ice cream toppings. I love it as gifts too.
      Yummy.
      Reply
    29. Andrea
      Tuesday, December 8th, 2009
      Just delivered these today to my son's Enrichment/Specials teachers (PE, Music, Library, Counselor, etc...) along with an individual portion of White Fruitcake! Everyone was so impressed and so excited to get home to try the sauce! We all agreed that this would taste just as good over a slice of plain cheesecake!!!!!!! Great recipe ~ so easy to follow...I JUST LOVE THIS SITE!!!!!!!!!
      Reply
    30. Julie
      Friday, December 4th, 2009
      I made this exactly as your recipe said to and it was absolutely DIVINE! Thank you!
      Reply
    31. Lacie E
      Tuesday, November 24th, 2009
      why did i read this right before bed? I knew it was about yummy food...so kicking myself lol this looks amazing!!
      Reply
    32. mygirlthursday
      Saturday, November 21st, 2009
      This is a wonderful idea! I too am thinking of making some up for Christmas gifts. I'd love to hear how long you think it will last unopened/unrefridgerated and opened/refridgerated. I'll keep checking back!
      Reply
    33. Julie
      Thursday, November 19th, 2009
      Oh this looks amazing! This is going to be a stocking stuffer for my mom - she adores pralines and cream icecream! But how long do you think this will be good for in the refrigerator?
      Reply
    34. inbal Weisman
      Thursday, November 19th, 2009
      That looks so delicious!
      Reply
    35. Kate at Centsational Girl
      Thursday, November 19th, 2009
      This looks deeeeeee-lish! I love the idea of keeping it in jars and giving it away as gifts. How long will it keep if refridgerated ? I looooooooove praline sauce. I put it on my pumpkin pie !

      hugs
      Kate
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    36. grace
      Wednesday, November 18th, 2009
      Hi .. I probably the only one who is going to ask this, but my family can't eat any kind of nuts. I wonder if this is going to be still delish without the pecans? I guess it's going to be just regular caramel sauce. Thanks for this fantastic idea though, I will definitely make this for the teachers!
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    37. Miss Dot
      Wednesday, November 18th, 2009
      How DARE you provide me with one more recipe to widen my hips?? Oh this looks amazingly delicious. I must say, I fully approve of the red-and-white polka dotted bow, too. Excellent taste.
      Reply
    38. Edith
      Wednesday, November 18th, 2009
      You can find the jars at http://www.theconsumerlink.com/Leifheit/detail/TCL+36005/105
      Reply
    39. Sam
      Wednesday, November 18th, 2009
      Oh I am soooo making some of this. My mother is a huge fan of pecan praline. I bet she would love love love this!
      Reply
    40. Kristie
      Wednesday, November 18th, 2009
      If you wanted to can it for shelf-stable storage, how would you go about it? I'm new to canning in general :)
      Reply
      • cindylouh
        Wednesday, November 18th, 2009
        I will check on canning to make it shelf stable.
    41. Sarah
      Wednesday, November 18th, 2009
      This looks amazing!
      Reply
    42. Julie E.
      Wednesday, November 18th, 2009
      I am ready to make this right now!! YUM. What a great idea.
      Reply
    43. D. Sadusky
      Wednesday, November 18th, 2009
      As a teacher...I would LOVE this for a gift!
      Reply
    44. Beth Lane
      Wednesday, November 18th, 2009
      Where did you find the cute little jars? They are perfect for this treat.
      Reply
      • cindylouh
        Wednesday, November 18th, 2009
        I was worried someone was going to ask about the jars. I purchased them while living in Germany. I haven't searched for them locally or online, but here are the details from the box: Made by Leifheit, 6 Marmelade - und Geleeglaser mit deckel 1/4 lt ( 6 Marmelade and Jelly Jars with Lids). They hold 1 cup.
    45. Dawn
      Wednesday, November 18th, 2009
      I love this idea for teachers gifts. Does it need to be refrigerated?
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      • cindylouh
        Wednesday, November 18th, 2009
        Wouldn't it be cute for teachers with a nice ice cream scoop and a tag that says, "Thanks for making this year scoops of fun for _____"
      • cindylouh
        Wednesday, November 18th, 2009
        Since it was not processed I would keep it refrigerated. It can be heated slightly in the microwave to pour onto ice cream.
    46. The Mommy's Place - Sandy
      Wednesday, November 18th, 2009
      It's too early in the morning for sweets, but this is looking like the exception. It looks so yummy, going to have to make some for my family, great post thanks so much.
      Reply