Sweet Southern Bliss
Why Make This Recipe
Sweet Southern Bliss brings a taste of the South right to your kitchen. This simple recipe combines the rich flavors of brown sugar, creamy milk, and crunchy pecans to create delicious pralines. Perfect for parties, gifts, or a sweet treat just for yourself!
How to Make Sweet Southern Bliss
Ingredients:
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup dark brown sugar
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 6 tablespoons real butter
- 1 cup pecans, coarsely chopped
Directions:
- Prepare a sheet of wax paper and have a tablespoon ready for scooping.
- In a large 4-quart saucepan, combine the sugars, milk, vanilla, melted butter, and chopped pecans.
- Heat gently on low, stirring frequently until the butter melts and mixes well with the sugars.
- Increase the heat to medium-high and boil for exactly 3 minutes, stirring continuously to prevent burning.
- Remove from heat and stir vigorously for 2 minutes until the mixture thickens.
- Quickly spoon dollops of the mixture onto the wax paper.
- Let pralines cool and set for 10 to 15 minutes.
- Store in an airtight container once fully cooled. Tip: Crushed pralines make a delicious topping for vanilla ice cream.
How to Serve Sweet Southern Bliss
You can serve Sweet Southern Bliss as a sweet snack or dessert. Enjoy it plain or top your favorite vanilla ice cream for an added treat. These pralines are also great for sharing. Put them in a decorative box for a delightful gift!
How to Store Sweet Southern Bliss
Store your Sweet Southern Bliss pralines in an airtight container at room temperature. They will stay fresh for up to a week. If you want to keep them longer, you can refrigerate them, but they are best enjoyed fresh.
Tips to Make Sweet Southern Bliss
- Make sure to stir continuously while boiling to avoid burning.
- Use a candy thermometer to check the temperature if you want to ensure the perfect consistency.
- Experiment with different nuts, like almonds or walnuts, for a unique taste.
Variation
If you want to get creative, try adding chocolate chips or a pinch of sea salt to the mixture for a different flavor profile. This will give your pralines a fun twist!
FAQs
Q1: Can I use different types of nuts?
Yes! You can substitute pecans with your favorite nuts like almonds or walnuts.
Q2: What can I do if my pralines do not set?
If your pralines do not set properly, you can reheat your mixture and boil for an extra minute or two to help them firm up.
Q3: How do I know when the mixture is ready?
The mixture is ready to spoon out when it thickens after boiling for 3 minutes and can hold its shape when scooped.
Sweet Southern Bliss Pralines
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup dark brown sugar
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 6 tablespoons real butter Melted
- 1 cup pecans, coarsely chopped
Instructions
Preparation
- Prepare a sheet of wax paper and have a tablespoon ready for scooping.
- In a large 4-quart saucepan, combine the sugars, milk, vanilla, melted butter, and chopped pecans.
Cooking
- Heat gently on low, stirring frequently until the butter melts and mixes well with the sugars.
- Increase the heat to medium-high and boil for exactly 3 minutes, stirring continuously to prevent burning.
- Remove from heat and stir vigorously for 2 minutes until the mixture thickens.
- Quickly spoon dollops of the mixture onto the wax paper.
- Let pralines cool and set for 10 to 15 minutes.
- Store in an airtight container once fully cooled.
