what is a praline
Praline (US /ËpreÉªliËn/ ; UK /ËprÉËliËn/) is a form of confectionery containing at a minimum nuts and sugar; cream is a common third ingredient. There are two main types: 1  French pralines, a firm combination of almonds and caramelized sugar. 2  American pralines, a softer, creamier combination of syrup and pecans, hazelnuts or almonds with milk or cream, resembling fudge.