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It's time to get your sweet tooth ready for National Pralines Day on June 24th! These delicious treats have been around since the early 19th century, when they were first created in Louisiana by French settlers. Since then, pralines have become a beloved part of many cultures and cuisines all around the world. Whether you like creamy or crunchy, these little morsels of goodness are sure to satisfy your sweet cravings. So why not take this day as an opportunity to indulge in some homemade pralines and share them with your loved ones?
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Pralines Invention</div><div class='timeline-text'>The praline was invented by French settlers in Louisiana, where they used local sugar cane and pecans to create this sweet treat.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1914</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Praline Shop Opens</div><div class='timeline-text'>The famous sweet shop, Aunt Sally's, known for its pralines opens its doors in New Orleans, Louisiana.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1990s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Pralines Go Global</div><div class='timeline-text'>Pralines start achieving global recognition with praline-infused desserts appearing in restaurants worldwide.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2006</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Pralines Enter Gourmet Market</div><div class='timeline-text'>Gourmet food markets begin selling luxurious praline variations including those coated with high-end chocolates and filled with exotic flavors.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2014</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First National Pralines Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first National Pralines Day is celebrated on June 24, dedicated to enjoying this sweet, nutty treat.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Bake pralines</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Making pralines is not as hard as it seems. Get some butter, sugar, corn syrup, and pecans, and you are all set. Follow a recipe online or in a cookbook to get the perfect mixture of ingredients.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit a praline shop</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Search for a local praline shop and sample all the treats they have to offer. From traditional flavors like pecan and chocolate to more unique combinations like peanut butter and bacon, you are sure to find something that will satisfy your sweet tooth.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Try a praline latte</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Head to the nearest coffee shop and order a special National Pralines Day latte. Top it off with some caramel or chocolate syrup for an extra sweet treat.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a praline eating contest</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather your friends and family together for some friendly competition. See who can eat the most pralines in a certain amount of time without getting sick!</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make a praline trail mix</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Mix together some chopped nuts, dried fruits, and chocolate chips with some crushed pralines for a delicious snack that you can take on the go.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Pralines have a unique flavor</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Pralines are a delicious treat that offers a unique flavor like no other. Combining sweet, nutty and caramel flavors, these gooey goodies are the perfect way to satisfy your sweet tooth cravings! With so many variations T including traditional, chocolate and pecan pralines - you're sure to find something to love!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Easy to make at home</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of patience, you can easily make pralines at home. All it takes is some sugar, butter, cream and chopped or whole nuts - then you let it simmer until it reaches the right consistency. You could even add in additional flavors like spices, vanilla extract or bourbon for an extra special treat!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Support small businesses</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>When shopping for pralines, look for locally made varieties - supporting local bakeries is a great way to show your support for small business owners in your area. Many shops offer specialty flavors or hand dip their own pralines from scratch - so even if you find yourself out of town on National Pralines Day, you can still try something new and delicious!</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The name 'praline' comes from French history</h3><p class='facts-content'>The sweet treat was named after a cook of a French sugar industrialist, Maréchal du Plessis-Praslin. The original praline was a candied almond used as a digestive aid.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Pralines aren't just a dessert</h3><p class='facts-content'>They can also be used as an ingredient in numerous recipes, for example, pralines can be used in pies, cookies, brownies, or even melted into syrup and drizzled over pancakes or ice cream.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>There are many different variations of pralines around the world</h3><p class='facts-content'>Each region has its own twist to the praline recipe. For instance, in Belgium, a praline is a chocolate shell filled with various fillings known as Belgian chocolates.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Praline are rich in nutrients despite being a dessert</h3><p class='facts-content'>The main ingredient, pecan nuts, are a great source of fiber, protein, B vitamins, and minerals including iron and magnesium.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Pecan pralines are a significant part of New Orleans culture</h3><p class='facts-content'>Pecan pralines are the state's most iconic sweets, found in almost every shop and café, gifted as an expression of Southern hospitality, and often used in celebratory events like Mardi Gras carnivals.</p></div></div>
National Pralines Day is celebrated on June 24 every year. In 2024 National Pralines Day will occur on a Monday.
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