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Praline Crunch

Praline Crunch

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Course: Dessert, Snack
Kitchen: Southern
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes

Ingredients
 

  • 8 cups about 1.2 lbs Crispix cereal (or Corn Chex)
  • 2 cups 0.5 lbs chopped pecans
  • ½ cup 1 stick / 0.25 lbs unsalted butter
  • 1 cup 0.5 lbs light brown sugar, packed
  • ¼ cup 0.13 lbs light corn syrup
  • **½ teaspoon baking soda
  • **1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon salt optional, for balance

Instructions

  • Preheat Oven:
  • Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C).
  • Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or foil and lightly grease.
  • Combine Cereal & Nuts:
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the cereal and chopped pecans.
  • Make the Praline Sauce:
  • In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
  • Stir in brown sugar and corn syrup.
  • Bring to a gentle boil and let bubble for 3 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • Remove from heat and stir in baking soda, vanilla extract, and salt. The mixture will foam slightly—this is normal.
  • Coat the Mix:
  • Immediately pour the hot praline mixture over the cereal and nuts.
  • Gently stir with a spatula until everything is evenly coated.
  • Bake for Crunch:
  • Spread the mix onto the prepared baking sheet in an even layer.
  • Bake for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes to ensure even coating and crispness.
  • Cool & Store:
  • Let the mix cool completely on the baking sheet.
  • Break into clusters and store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.