Description
Praline Crunch is a sweet, buttery, and crunchy snack mix made with cereal, pecans, and a caramel-like praline coating. Baked until golden and crisp, it’s a dangerously addictive treat perfect for gifting, parties, or anytime snacking.
Ingredients
- 4 cups Corn Chex cereal (or crisp rice/corn cereal)
- 4 cups Golden Grahams cereal
- 2 cups pecan halves
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup corn syrup
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 250°F (120°C). Lightly grease or line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine Corn Chex, Golden Grahams, and pecans.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter, then stir in brown sugar and corn syrup. Bring to a boil and simmer for 2–3 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and baking soda. The mixture will foam slightly.
- Quickly pour the hot mixture over the cereal and pecans. Stir gently to coat evenly.
- Spread mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes.
- Cool completely, then break into pieces and store in an airtight container.
Notes
- Add pretzels or popcorn for variety.
- Drizzle with melted chocolate or toss in mini marshmallows after baking.
- Add a pinch of cayenne for spicy-sweet flavor.
- Use almonds or walnuts instead of pecans if preferred.
- Top with crushed peppermint or cinnamon sugar for a holiday twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/12 of recipe
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
