Praline Crunch Caramel
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Every holiday season, my kitchen fills with the irresistible aroma of Praline Crunch—sweet, nutty, and utterly addictive. It never lasts more than a few days. Whether for parties, gift tins, or a cozy movie night, this crunchy snack is always the first to disappear and the one everyone asks for again.
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The first time I brought it to a neighborhood cookie swap, it vanished faster than anything else on the table. Since then, friends and family insist I make double batches—because everyone wants to take some home.
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Praline Crunch
📝 Ingredients
| Base Ingredients | Amount |
|---|---|
| Crispix cereal | 8 cups |
| Pecan halves | 2 cups |
| Caramel Mixture | Amount |
|---|---|
| Unsalted butter | ½ cup |
| Packed brown sugar | ½ cup |
| Light corn syrup | ½ cup |
| Vanilla extract | 1 tsp |
| Baking soda | ½ tsp |
🍴 Steps
- Preheat oven to 250°F (120°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix base: In a large bowl, combine Crispix cereal and pecan halves.
- Make caramel: Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add brown sugar and corn syrup, stirring until smooth. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
- Finish caramel: Boil for 1 minute. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and baking soda until foamy.
- Coat & toss: Quickly pour caramel over cereal and pecans. Toss gently until evenly coated.
- Bake: Spread mixture in a single layer on the baking sheet. Bake for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes for even caramelization.
- Cool & break: Let cool completely. Break into clusters and store in an airtight container.
💡 Notes
- Work quickly when pouring the caramel—it hardens fast.
- Perfect for gifting, snacking, or adding to holiday dessert trays.
✨ Result: Golden, crunchy clusters with a sweet praline coating that taste like pure holiday magic.
