This rich and buttery Bourbon Praline Pecan Sauce will knock your socks off! In it, toasted pecans are smothered in a smooth buttery caramelized sauce then topped off with a generous splash of Kentucky bourbon. The warm color and luxurious flavor turns it into a genuine indulgence and it's versatility knows no end.
Easy Bourbon Praline Pecan Sauce Recipe
The uses for this sauce are innumerable. Serve it drizzled over a slice of million dollar pound cake topped with a dollop of whipped cream or a piece of cinnamon toffee banana bread for a tasty quick afternoon pick-me-up. It's like consuming liquid gold. When you find yourself planning to host a special occasion this sweetness is fantastically delicious drizzled over bread pudding, stuffed french toast or a giant bowl of vanilla ice cream.
How to Make the Best Bourbon Praline Pecan Sauce Recipe
It's one of those food of love moments you need to experience yourself to fully appreciate the liquid gold that this combination of ingredients form.
- Ingredients you'll need to make homemade Bourbon Praline Pecan Sauce: Chopped toasted pecans, butter, light corn syrup, light brown sugar, heavy cream, salt, ground cinnamon, baking soda, bourbon and vanilla extract.
- Kitchen gadgets you'll need: A heavy bottomed saucepan, measuring cups and spoons, a large heat safe silicone spoon for stirring and a sheet pan to toast the pecans.
- This Bourbon Praline Pecan Sauce can be made up to 3 days in advance when kept in a tightly sealed container and chilled in the refrigerator. A mason jar works beautifully for this purpose.
- When chilled, reheat it gently in the microwave or using a small saucepan over medium heat on the stovetop just before serving.
- This praline sauce is a terrific option for homemade gift giving, too. Pour it into pretty mason jars then cover the top with fabric and tie it with a festive ribbon to suit the season. Whether it's during the Christmas holidays or a summer soiree when everyone is serving ice cream, this sauce will be a stellar addition to the menu.
More Southern Style Bourbon Infused Recipes to Make
This Bourbon Pecan Praline Sauce makes a fabulous gift for neighbors, friends or give to teachers as appreciation gifts. To do so, pour freshly made bourbon praline pecan sauce into clean pint size mason jars tied with a pretty ribbon and attach a sweet note. They're guaranteed to love you forever. More recipes featuring bourbon you mal also like to try:
- Brown Sugar Bourbon Pineapple Glazed Ham for your holiday table.
- Whether they're dipped in chocolate or rolled in powdered sugar, my Bourbon Balls are a must make for the holidays.
- Homemade Bourbon Pecan Pralines for Mardis Gras or any time you're in the mood for homemade candies.
- Decadent Chocolate Pecan Bourbon Pie topped with whipped cream or served warm with vanilla ice cream.
- Pumpkin Cream Pie with Bourbon Whipped Cream tops the list of pies to make for Thanksgiving.
- For a thirst quencher you may enjoy this Peach Mint Bourbon Sweet Tea from Nutmeg Nanny.
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Bourbon Praline Pecan Sauce
Ingredients
- 1 ¼ cup roughly chopped toasted pecans
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup butter
- ¼ cup light corn syrup
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- 3 tablespoon bourbon
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Spread the pecans in a single layer on a baking sheet. Toast for 6-8 minutes. Set aside.
- Bring brown sugar, heavy cream, butter, corn syrup, salt and cinnamon to a boil in a medium size heavy bottomed saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly. Once boiling immediately lower the heat and let bubble for 2 minutes.
- Remove from heat, and add the baking soda. Stir until incorporated.
- Add bourbon, vanilla and toasted pecans. Mix well.
- Cool slightly (about 10 minutes). Serve warm.
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My name is Melissa and I'm the Creator of Melissa's Southern Style Kitchen. Cooking, baking, developing recipes and kitchen tips is my passion. I love sharing my dishes and connecting with people through the food that I create.
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Nancy
I decided to try your recipe this year instead of one I've had for years. I'm so happy I made that decision. This recipe is absolutely, totally, divine. The "old" recipe has now been resigned to the trash because this is THE ONE.
Melissa
Hi Nancy, I'm so happy you loved it, thank you!
donna huffman
Made this for the first time, last week and have made it 3 times since then to give to friends. This is to die for!!!!!!!!!! Thanks for the recipe.
Melissa
You're a great friend, thank you!
Kelley
How thick does this get once cooled? Asking to see if this could be used as a glaze on a Bundt cake. Thanks in advance! 🙂
Melissa
This sauce will set when cooled. As mentioned in the narrative, gently reheat in the microwave to drizzle over cake, ice cream and more.
mswrkmn
OMG so delish!! It's a keeper. I made this for my Banana bread "bread" pudding. I make it with banana bread, but tone down the sugar in the custard since the bread is already sweet. Topped it with your sauce and used Maker's Mark Boubon. Yum, yum! Thanks for sharing
Melissa
That sounds amazing, thanks so much!
Bettie
I could literally drink this stuff! Thanks for sharing your recipe, it's a keeper says the family.
Melissa
I think I could, too. I'm so happy you're enjoying it!
Kesha
Can I use this for a cheesecake toppin?
Melissa
If you like, yes.
T Morris
I made this and it’s tasty but a bit boozy, any ideas on how to tone the bourbon down? Maybe add it at the beginning so it can burn off? As it stands it’s a boozy sweet sauce instead of a sauce with a hint of something.
Melissa
If it's not to your personal taste, you can use less. Likewise, for those who think it needs more, could add.
Renee
What brand of bourbon do you recommend. Thanks
Melissa
That's a tough one there are so many great brands on the market. Maker's Mark or Jefferson's Reserve both work well for this recipe.
Nancy
I made this sauce last week. My husband and I loved it. We had it on ice cream and banana muffins. I'll definitely be making it again! Yum!
Melissa
Thanks so much!
Loretta
Can this be put in jars and give as gifts for Christmas. Would it keep or would you need to process. Thank you
Melissa
I've never canned this sauce but, it could be given as gifts when made fresh and stored properly. A very nice idea indeed!
Sheila
Hello Melissa:
What a wonderful recipe. I'm going to use it to top my Pecan Pie Cheesecake. I do have a question. What can I use in place of the bourbon? If I just leave it out will it affect the recipe? A family member has an acute alcohol allergy so I really can't leave it in there. Thank you!
Melissa
Hi Sheila, a good substitute would be adding the same amount of sparkling apple cider.It's my pleasure, hope you enjoy!
Lacie
How can it last longer for pre made Christmas gifts? I bought very expensive jar from a store. It lasts much longer. They just say when opened refrigerate.
Melissa
I suppose you could can this using proper canning technique if you want it to have a longer shelf life.
Charlotte
Oh, Melissa... This looks SO SO SO good... I love this description, too! "It’s like consuming liquid gold." That's what it looks like! What a decadent treat that I need in my mouth immediately. Also I don't think I knew you had a cookbook! I'm so impressed with the quality of your videos and your photos. If you are ever interested in participating in paid campaigns, please fill out a profile at http://blogmeetsbrand.com. I know a ton of food brands that would LOVE to partner together with you and would be happy to recommend you 🙂
XOXO
Melissa
Hi Charlotte, thanks so much. This sauce is one of those dishes that's a nod to all the things I love about the South. It truly does seem like liquid gold to me. ☺ My cookbook was released last year and was a best-seller. I feel so fortunate it did so well and I got to appear on QVC for a pre-sale party with David Venable launching in May 2016 with 1000's of sales. It continues to sell which, makes me happy. I have and currently do work with many brands, but, will checkout your recommendation. It's great to hear from you!