Quick Praline Bars
Indulge in the sweet simplicity of Quick Praline Bars, a delightful treat that combines crispy saltine crackers with a rich, buttery caramel topping and a sprinkling of nutty pecans. Ready in just 20 minutes with only five pantry staples—unsalted butter, brown sugar, vanilla extract, saltine crackers, and chopped pecans—this recipe brings Southern praline flavors to your kitchen with minimal effort. The golden caramel layer bakes to perfection, creating a crunchy yet chewy texture that pairs beautifully with the toasty pecans. Perfect as an effortless dessert or a crowd-pleasing snack, these praline bars are a must-try for anyone craving a quick and irresistible homemade sweet.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 40 pieces saltine crackers
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Arrange the saltine crackers in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring there are no gaps between them.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, add the brown sugar and stir until combined and smooth.
Bring the mixture to a boil and let it cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until it thickens slightly and becomes a caramel-like consistency.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Carefully pour the caramel mixture evenly over the saltine crackers. Use a spatula to spread it, ensuring each cracker is coated.
Sprinkle the chopped pecans evenly over the caramel-coated crackers.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the caramel is bubbling and golden brown.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the praline bars cool completely in the pan. You can place them in the refrigerator to speed up the cooling process if desired.
Once cooled and set, break or cut the praline bars into pieces and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2662 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 188.1 g | 241% | |
| Saturated Fat | 65.6 g | 328% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 248 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 832 mg | 36% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 246.4 g | 90% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.3 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 148.2 g | ||
| Protein | 22.5 g | 45% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 367 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 9.9 mg | 55% | |
| Potassium | 1549 mg | 33% | |
*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.
