Praline Crunch
Indulge in the delightful crunch of Praline Crunch, a sweet and savory treat perfect for any occasion. This easy-to-make snack combines crispy cereal with buttery pecans, all enveloped in a rich caramel glaze. Whether you’re hosting a family gathering, watching movies at home, or looking for a thoughtful homemade gift, Praline Crunch is sure to impress. Its irresistible combination of textures and flavors will have everyone reaching for seconds. Plus, it stores well in an airtight container, making it a convenient option for snacking throughout the week. Once you taste this addictive treat, you’ll find yourself making it time and again!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 6 cups crispy rice or corn cereal (such as Chex)
- 2 cups pecan halves
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1/4 cup light corn syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix together the crispy cereal and pecans.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and stir in the brown sugar and corn syrup. Bring to a gentle boil while stirring continuously for about 3-4 minutes until thickened.
- Remove from heat; carefully stir in vanilla extract and baking soda—expect bubbling!
- Pour the caramel glaze over the cereal mixture and gently stir until coated.
- Spread onto the prepared baking sheet evenly and bake for one hour, stirring every 15 minutes.
- Cool completely on the baking sheet before breaking into pieces.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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