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Crispy Praline Crunch

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This easy homemade candy combines buttery caramel, toasted pecans, and crisp rice cereal for a nostalgic, crunchy treat perfect for holidays, gifting, or snacking. Quick to make and endlessly customizable, it’s a festive favorite that brings comfort and joy in every bite.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups crisp rice cereal (such as Rice Krispies)
  • 1 cup pecan halves, roughly chopped (toasted for best flavor)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cut into chunks
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional: 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
  • Optional: Sea salt flakes for topping

Instructions

  1. Line a 9×13-inch baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Set aside.
  2. Toast pecan halves in a dry skillet over medium heat, stirring frequently for about 5 minutes until fragrant and lightly browned. Remove from heat and roughly chop.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine crisp rice cereal and toasted, chopped pecans. Set aside.
  4. In a medium saucepan, melt unsalted butter over medium heat. Add packed light brown sugar and a pinch of salt. Stir until fully combined and mixture starts to bubble, about 2–3 minutes.
  5. Pour in heavy cream and continue stirring. Let the mixture simmer gently for 2–3 minutes, until slightly thickened.
  6. Remove saucepan from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
  7. Immediately pour the hot caramel over the cereal and pecans in the mixing bowl. Mix gently but thoroughly until evenly coated.
  8. Transfer mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and spread into an even layer about 1/2-inch thick.
  9. Optional: While still warm, sprinkle mini chocolate chips and sea salt flakes on top.
  10. Let cool at room temperature for 1 hour, or refrigerate for 20–30 minutes to set.
  11. Once fully cool and set, lift out using parchment edges and cut into squares or bars (about 24 pieces).

Notes

Toast pecans for best flavor and measure out dry ingredients before starting the caramel for quick assembly. Work quickly when mixing caramel with cereal and nuts, as it sets fast. For neat squares, chill before cutting. Can be made gluten-free or nut-free with simple swaps. Store in airtight container up to 7 days or freeze for 2 months.

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