Description
Praline Crunch Crispix Pecan is a sweet and crunchy snack combining the light, crispy texture of Crispix cereal with buttery praline pecans coated in a rich brown sugar syrup. This easy-to-make treat is perfect for snacking or serving at parties.
Ingredients
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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
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 250°F (120°C) to prepare for baking the praline cereal mixture evenly.
- Mix Cereal and Pecans: In a large bowl, combine the Crispix cereal and pecan halves, ensuring they are well blended for the coating.
- Make Syrup: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine brown sugar, corn syrup, and butter. Stir occasionally until the mixture reaches a boil, creating a smooth praline syrup.
- Add Flavor and Leavening: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in vanilla extract and baking soda; the mixture will bubble, making the praline light and crispy.
- Coat Cereal Mixture: Pour the warm syrup over the cereal and pecan mix, tossing gently but thoroughly to coat every piece evenly.
- Bake Mixture: Spread the coated mixture onto a 9×13-inch baking pan and bake for 1 hour at 250°F, stirring every 20 minutes to ensure even baking and caramelization.
- Cool and Break: Remove from the oven and spread the praline mixture onto parchment paper to cool completely; once cooled, break it into bite-sized pieces for serving or storage.
Notes
- Be sure to stir the mixture in the oven every 20 minutes to prevent burning and ensure even cooking.
- Use salted pecans to complement the sweetness; adjust accordingly if using unsalted pecans.
- Store the praline crunch in an airtight container to keep it crisp for up to one week.
- For a nuttier flavor, you can toast the pecans lightly before mixing.
- This snack is perfect for gifting during holidays or as a sweet party snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Praline Crunch, Crispix, Pecan Snack, Sweet Snack, Homemade Praline, Party Treat, Caramelized Pecan Snack
