Praline Pecan Crunch
Indulge in the irresistible sweetness and crunch of Praline Pecan Crunch, the ultimate treat for snack lovers! This easy-to-make recipe combines crispy rice or corn cereal squares with buttery pecans, all coated in a luscious homemade praline glaze made with brown sugar, butter, and a touch of vanilla. The caramelized coating bakes to golden perfection, creating a rich, sweet snack with just the right amount of crunch. Perfect for holiday gatherings, movie nights, or mid-day cravings, this crowd-pleaser is ready in under an hour and makes enough to share—if you’re feeling generous! Whether you’re searching for a decadent snack or a homemade gift idea, Praline Pecan Crunch is sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Rice or corn cereal squares (e.g., Chex)
- 2 cups Pecans, halved or coarsely chopped
- 1 cup Brown sugar, packed
- 1 cup Unsalted butter
- 0.25 cup Light corn syrup
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cereal squares and pecans. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the brown sugar and corn syrup, and bring the mixture to a boil.
Allow the mixture to boil for 5 minutes without stirring. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and baking soda. The mixture will foam slightly—this is normal.
Pour the hot praline mixture over the cereal and pecans. Use a spatula to gently toss and coat all ingredients evenly.
Spread the coated mixture onto the prepared baking sheet in an even layer.
Bake for 30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes to ensure even baking and coating.
Remove from the oven and allow the Praline Pecan Crunch to cool completely on the baking sheet. The mixture will harden as it cools.
Once cooled, break into bite-sized pieces and serve or store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4768 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 262.0 g | 336% | |
| Saturated Fat | 70.4 g | 352% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 248 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 3590 mg | 156% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 585.1 g | 213% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 36.0 g | 129% | |
| Total Sugars | 270.9 g | ||
| Protein | 49.0 g | 98% | |
| Vitamin D | 12.0 mcg | 60% | |
| Calcium | 1911 mg | 147% | |
| Iron | 61.0 mg | 339% | |
| Potassium | 1587 mg | 34% | |
*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.
