Description
Praline Crunch is a sweet and crunchy snack mix featuring crispy rice cereal and toasted pecans coated in a buttery, caramel-like glaze. Baked to perfection, this delightful treat offers a satisfying combination of textures and flavors, perfect as a party snack, holiday gift, or anytime indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 6 cups crispy rice cereal
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) to prepare for baking the praline crunch mixture.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the crispy rice cereal and chopped pecans, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
- Prepare Caramel Mixture: In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Add light corn syrup, brown sugar, and salt. Stir constantly and bring to a gentle boil. Continue cooking for 2 minutes while stirring to create a smooth glaze.
- Add Vanilla: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract to enhance flavor.
- Combine and Coat: Immediately pour the hot butter and sugar mixture over the cereal and pecans in the large bowl. Stir quickly and thoroughly to coat the cereal and nuts evenly with the caramel glaze.
- Spread Mixture: Transfer the coated mixture onto a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Spread it out evenly to prepare for baking.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even baking and prevent burning.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the praline crunch to cool completely. Once cooled, break into clusters and store in an airtight container.
Notes
- Add a pinch of cinnamon or a dash of cayenne pepper for a fun and spicy flavor twist.
- This praline crunch makes a great holiday gift or party snack.
- Store in an airtight container to keep fresh for up to one week.
