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Praline Crunch Snack Mix

A close-up of a pile of glossy, caramelized praline crunch made with pecans and other nuts.
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An addictive sweet and salty snack mix with a crunchy praline coating, perfect for parties or edible gifts.

Ingredients

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  • 12 cups Crispix or Chex cereal
  • 2 cups pecan halves
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
  • 2 cups packed light brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C). Grease a large baking sheet or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the Crispix or Chex cereal and pecan halves.
  3. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
  4. Stir in the brown sugar until dissolved and the mixture is smooth. Bring to a gentle boil and cook for 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
  5. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and salt.
  6. Pour the brown sugar mixture over the cereal and pecans in the large bowl. Stir gently until everything is evenly coated.
  7. Spread the coated mixture in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
  8. Bake for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes to ensure even crisping.
  9. Let the snack mix cool completely on the baking sheet. It will harden as it cools, forming clusters and shards.
  10. Once completely cool, break into desired cluster sizes.
  11. Store in an airtight container at room temperature. For gifts, package in cellophane bags or decorative tins.

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper to the brown sugar mixture.
  • This snack mix can be made up to 3 days in advance and stored in an airtight container.
  • Consider using a mix of Chex cereals (corn, rice, wheat) for added texture and flavor.

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