Description
Sinful praline crunch delight blends Southern charm with irresistible caramel and nutty layers of pure indulgence. Crunchy pecans and smooth cream create a dessert that whispers pure comfort and tempts you to savor each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 8 cups Crispix cereal
- 2 cups pecan halves (salted preferred)
Sweeteners and Syrups:
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 cup corn syrup
- 1 cup butter
Flavor and Leavening Agents:
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) baking soda
Instructions
- Ignite the oven to a precise 250ºF, creating an ideal thermal environment for transforming ingredients into a delectable crunch sensation.
- Tumble Crispix cereal and pecan halves into a spacious mixing vessel, gently folding them together to create a harmonious base texture.
- Construct a luscious caramel elixir by melding brown sugar, corn syrup, and butter in a simmering saucepan, coaxing the mixture to a rolling boil while stirring intermittently.
- Detach the caramel concoction from heat, swiftly whisking in vanilla extract and baking soda to generate a ethereal, frothy transformation.
- Cascade the molten caramel over the cereal and pecan medley, choreographing a thorough coating dance that ensures every morsel is gloriously enrobed.
- Distribute the glistening mixture into a sprawling 9×13-inch baking landscape, positioning it within the heated oven’s embrace.
- Orchestrate a careful rotation every 20 minutes during the one-hour baking ritual, preventing any potential scorching and guaranteeing uniform golden perfection.
- Liberate the crisp creation onto wax or parchment paper, allowing it to cool and set, then fragment into tempting bite-sized morsels ready for devouring.
Notes
- Get ready for an irresistible sweet and crunchy treat that combines the perfect balance of caramel, cereal, and pecans.
- Stirring every 20 minutes during baking prevents burning and ensures an even, golden-brown coating on every single piece.
- Use wax or parchment paper for easy cooling and quick cleanup, making this recipe both delicious and hassle-free.
- The frothy caramel sauce created by adding baking soda gives this snack an incredible light and airy texture that melts in your mouth.
- This recipe is perfect for holiday gatherings, movie nights, or when you need a quick and impressive homemade snack that everyone will love.
- Store in an airtight container to maintain crunchiness and enjoy for up to a week at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 19 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg