Visko's Praline Sauce Recipe

Indulge in the dangerously addictive Visko's Praline Sauce, a New Orleans culinary gem! Served warm over vanilla ice cream at Visko's restaurant in Gretna, this heavenly sauce is made with rich butter, brown sugar, and a hint of rum. Easy to make and unbelievably delicious, this recipe makes enough for 8 (though it might disappear faster!). Get ready for a taste of pure Southern comfort.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 339 kcal
Protein 2g
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Ingredients for Visko's Praline Sauce

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How to Make Visko's Praline Sauce

  1. Melt 1/2 cup (1 stick) of unsalted butter in a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Stir in 1 cup packed light brown sugar until well combined.
  3. Add 1/2 cup Karo light corn syrup and 1/4 cup water. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil, stirring constantly.
  4. Boil for exactly 1 minute, stirring continuously to prevent scorching.
  5. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool slightly (about 5-10 minutes).
  6. Stir in 1/4 cup dark rum (or substitute with additional maple extract), 1 teaspoon pure maple extract, and 1/2 cup chopped pecans.
  7. The sauce will continue to thicken as it cools.
  8. Serve warm over high-quality vanilla ice cream. Enjoy!
  9. Store leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

121g

Fat

40g

Carbs

12g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Visko's Praline Sauce?

Visko's Praline Sauce takes about 30 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 20 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Visko's Praline Sauce?

Visko's Praline Sauce has approximately 339 calories per serving, with about 2 g protein, 12 g carbohydrates and 32 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Visko's Praline Sauce?

The key ingredients for Visko's Praline Sauce are Butter, Dark Brown Sugar, Dark Karo Syrup, Water, Dark Rum, Maple Extract. See the full list with measurements above.

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