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Praline Crunch

Cultural Context

Praline Crunch is a beloved American treat, often found at holiday gatherings and celebrations. This sweet and crunchy confection combines nuts and chocolate, creating a delightful texture and flavor profile. Its simplicity and deliciousness have led to variations across the country, making it a popular choice for parties and gifts alike.

AmericanUSdessert
20 min
easy
6 servings
Servings4
8 cups Crispix cereal
2 cups pecan halves
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
1/2 cup Karo light corn syrup
1/2 cup butter (1 stick)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon baking soda

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

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Welcome to the countdown to Christmas!

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Introduce the recipe for praline crunch, a great snack for Christmas, New Year's, or any occasion.

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Gather ingredients: 8 cups of Crispix cereal, 2 cups of pecan halves, 1/2 cup of packed light brown sugar, 1/2 cup of Karo light corn syrup, and 1/2 cup of butter.

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In a large bowl, mix together the Crispix cereal and pecan halves.

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In a medium saucepan, combine 1/2 cup of light brown sugar, 1/2 cup of Karo light corn syrup, and 1/2 cup of butter.

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Heat the mixture on medium-high heat, stirring until the butter melts and then occasionally until it comes to a boil.

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Once boiling, let it boil for 1 minute, then remove from heat.

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Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda to the mixture, stirring well until combined.

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Pour the syrup mixture over the cereal and pecans, scraping the saucepan to get all the syrup out.

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Stir the mixture gently to coat all the cereal and pecans evenly with the syrup.

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Preheat the oven to 250°F.

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Prepare a baking pan by lining it with parchment paper or spraying it with non-stick spray.

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Spread the mixture evenly on the prepared baking pan.

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Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, then stir the mixture.

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Return to the oven for another 15 minutes, stirring again after each interval, for a total baking time of 1 hour.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Allergens

milknuts

Also Known As

Praline BarkNut Crunch

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