Praline Crunch
Praline Crunch is a delightful combination of caramelized nuts and crispy rice cereal, creating a sweet and crunchy treat that's perfect for snacking or dessert. This recipe is simple, quick, and sure to satisfy your sweet tooth!
Equipment
- 1 Large saucepan
- 1 Wooden spoon or spatula
- 1 Measuring cups and spoons
- 1 Baking sheet
- 1 Parchment paper (optional)
- 1 Heat-resistant spatula (optional)
Ingredients
- 2 cups pecans or walnuts (chopped)
- 1 cup granulated sugar Or 200 grams.
- ½ cup unsalted butter Or 113 grams.
- ¼ cup corn syrup Or 60 ml.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 cups crispy rice cereal Or 120 grams.
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper (if using) and set aside.
- In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, stir in the sugar, corn syrup, and salt.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle boil while stirring continuously. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 5 minutes until it turns into a smooth caramel sauce.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Immediately add the chopped nuts and crispy rice cereal. Mix well until everything is fully coated with the caramel.
- Pour the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Use a spatula to spread it out evenly and press it down firmly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes until lightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and allow it to cool completely on the baking sheet. Once cool, break into pieces.
- Store in an airtight container for freshness.
Notes
For added flavor, you can mix in a pinch of cinnamon or a dash of chocolate chips.
Make sure to watch the caramel closely while it cooks to avoid burning.
This treat can be customized with different nuts or cereals as per your preference.