Praline Crunch
This Praline Crunch recipe is a sweet, crunchy snack coated in a rich praline mixture, perfect for holiday treats, party food, potlucks, homemade gifts, game day snacking, and easy make-ahead desserts.
Equipment
- Extra-large mixing bowl
- Medium saucepan
- 2 large rimmed baking sheets
- rubber spatula
- Wax paper or parchment paper
Ingredients
- 8 cups crispy rice or corn square cereal
- 2 pecan halves
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup light corn syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 250°F (120°C).
- In an extra-large mixing bowl, add the crispy cereal and pecan halves.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the butter, brown sugar and corn syrup.
- Bring to a boil and boil for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and baking soda until light and foamy.
- Pour over cereal and pecans and fold with a rubber spatula until coated.
- Spread evenly on two large rimmed baking sheets.
- Bake for 45 minutes, removing pans to stir every 15 minutes.
- Spread the hot mix onto wax paper and allow to cool completely.
- Break into clusters to enjoy.
*Nutritional information is a calculated guesstimate. Please note that this can change with different brands and modifications you may make to the recipe. For the most accurate information, use a nutritional calculator with the exact brands and measurements you're using with each recipe.
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