Pirulás

Pirulás is a traditional Argentine sweet, often described as a caramelized milk candy. It is made by slow-cooking milk with sugar, often with the addition of vanilla or other flavorings. The cooking process reduces the milk and sugar, creating a thick, rich, and chewy confection with a distinctive caramel-like flavor. The texture can range from very soft and spreadable to firm and chewable, depending on the cooking time and sugar content.

Historically, pirulás were a common homemade treat, passed down through generations in Argentine families. The simplicity of the ingredients—primarily milk and sugar—made it an accessible sweet. While less common as a mass-produced confectionery, it remains a nostalgic and beloved dessert for many Argentines. It can be enjoyed on its own, as a filling for pastries, or spread on toast. The exact preparation methods and resulting consistency can vary significantly from household to household, making each pirulás a potentially unique experience. The name itself is thought to be derived from the Mapuche word "piruw," referring to a type of sweet.