Name: Praline Crunch Crispix Pecan Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 1 h 10 min
Total time: 1 h 20 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 8 cups Crispix cereal; 2 cups pecan halves (salted); ½ cup brown sugar, packed; ½ cup corn syrup; ½ cup butter; 1 tsp vanilla extract; ½ tsp baking soda

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Introduction

Praline Crunch Crispix Pecan is a delightful snack that combines crunchy cereal with sweet, buttery praline coating and toasted pecans. It’s perfect for parties, snacking, or gifting. This easy-to-make treat will satisfy your sweet and salty cravings in every bite.

A close-up view shows a white bowl fully filled with a crunchy snack mix. The mix has two main layers: the first layer includes golden brown square cereal pieces with a waffle-like texture, and the second layer has glossy, dark brown pecans with a smooth, ridged surface scattered evenly throughout. The bowl is placed on a white marbled surface, and some pieces of the snack mix are scattered around the base of the bowl. The lighting accentuates the shiny coating on the pecans and the textured cereal pieces. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

8 cups Crispix cereal
2 cups pecan halves (salted)
½ cup brown sugar, packed
½ cup corn syrup
½ cup butter
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ tsp baking soda

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 250°F (120°C).
Step 2: In a large bowl, combine the Crispix cereal and pecans.
Step 3: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the brown sugar, corn syrup, and butter. Stir occasionally and bring the mixture to a boil.
Step 4: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and baking soda—the mixture will bubble up.
Step 5: Pour the syrup over the cereal and pecan mixture, tossing gently to coat all pieces evenly.
Step 6: Spread the coated mixture evenly onto a 9×13-inch baking pan.
Step 7: Bake for 1 hour, stirring every 20 minutes to ensure even coating and crispiness.
Step 8: Remove from the oven and immediately spread the mixture onto parchment paper. Let it cool completely, then break into bite-sized pieces.

Tips & Variations

For a nuttier flavor, toast the pecans lightly before mixing with the cereal.
Swap pecans for walnuts or almonds if preferred.
Add a pinch of cinnamon or a dash of cayenne pepper to the syrup for a warming twist.
Use light corn syrup or honey as a substitute for slightly different sweetness and texture.

Storage

Store the praline crunch in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. This keeps the cereal crisp and the coating crunchy. If the mixture softens, you can re-crisp it by warming gently in a low oven for 5–10 minutes before serving.

How to Serve

A close-up view of a white bowl filled with a snack mix made of golden yellow, small square-shaped cereal pieces with a grid pattern, mixed with whole brown pecans that have a shiny, slightly sugary coating. The bowl is sitting on a white marbled surface with a blue and white cloth partially visible beneath it, and some pieces of the snack mix are scattered outside the bowl. The mix shows a crunchy texture with a sweet glaze on all pieces. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use unsalted pecans instead of salted?

Yes, you can use unsalted pecans if you prefer less saltiness. You might want to add a pinch of salt to the syrup mixture to balance the flavors.

What if I don’t have Crispix cereal—can I substitute another type?

While Crispix is ideal for its shape and texture, you can substitute with other square or flake cereals like Rice Chex or Corn Chex for a similar crunch.