Caramel Crunch
Get ready to indulge in the ultimate sweet-and-crispy delight with this irresistible Caramel Crunch recipe! Featuring a luscious homemade caramel made from granulated sugar, butter, heavy cream, and a hint of vanilla, this treat coats puffed rice cereal and optional chopped nuts for the perfect balance of crunch and decadence. The golden amber caramel, prepared to candy-making perfection, binds the ingredients together in a light yet satisfying texture that’s ideal for snacking or dessert. With just 10 minutes of prep and simple steps, you’ll create a crowd-pleasing treat that’s ready in under an hour. Perfect for parties, gift-giving, or a sweet indulgence at home, this Caramel Crunch is as easy to make as it is addictive.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Granulated Sugar
- 8 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract
- 2 tablespoons Corn Syrup
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 3 cups Puffed Rice Cereal
- 0.5 cup Chopped Nuts (optional)
Instructions
Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the granulated sugar, unsalted butter, heavy cream, corn syrup, and salt.
Stir the mixture continuously as it heats to ensure the sugar dissolves completely.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil and continue cooking, stirring occasionally, for about 5-8 minutes, or until it reaches a golden amber color (approximately 240°F on a candy thermometer, soft-ball stage).
Remove the saucepan from the heat and immediately stir in the vanilla extract.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the puffed rice cereal and chopped nuts (if using). Pour the hot caramel mixture over the cereal and stir quickly and gently to evenly coat all the pieces.
Using a heatproof spatula, transfer the caramel-coated mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Spread it out evenly into a thin layer before it cools completely.
Allow the caramel crunch to cool and harden at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
Once cooled, break the caramel crunch into bite-sized pieces.
Store the Caramel Crunch in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3139 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 207.7 g | 266% | |
| Saturated Fat | 107.1 g | 536% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 488 mg | 163% | |
| Sodium | 1303 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 308.5 g | 112% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.6 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 233.2 g | ||
| Protein | 16.0 g | 32% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 88 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 477 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
