Praline Crunch

Praline Crunch is a delicious, crunchy, and sweet treat that combines the richness of praline with a crispy texture, often made with nuts, caramel, and sometimes a bit of chocolate. It’s perfect for snacking or as a sweet gift!

Here’s a simple Praline Crunch recipe that combines caramel, pecans, and crispy rice cereal:

Praline Crunch Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups pecan halves (or any nuts you prefer, like almonds or walnuts)
• 2 cups Rice Krispies or crispy rice cereal
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup white or milk chocolate chips (optional, for drizzling)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Pan:

   • Line an 8×8-inch or 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.

2. Toast the Nuts:

   • In a medium skillet over medium heat, toast the pecans (or your choice of nuts) for about 5 minutes, stirring often to avoid burning. You want the nuts to become fragrant and slightly browned. Once done, set them aside to cool.

3. Make the Praline Caramel:

   • In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
   • Stir in the brown sugar, heavy cream, and salt. Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring frequently, until the sugar has completely dissolved, and the mixture thickens slightly, about 5 minutes.
   • Once the caramel is ready, remove the pan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

4. Combine the Ingredients:

   • In a large mixing bowl, combine the toasted pecans and the crispy rice cereal.
   • Pour the warm praline caramel mixture over the cereal and nuts. Stir gently to coat everything evenly.

5. Set the Crunch:

   • Pour the mixture into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly.
   • Allow the praline crunch to cool at room temperature for about 30-45 minutes, or until it sets.

6. Optional Chocolate Drizzle:

   • If you’d like to add a chocolate drizzle, melt the chocolate chips in the microwave or over a double boiler. Drizzle the melted chocolate over the cooled praline crunch.

7. Serve:

   • Once fully cooled and set, cut into squares or break into pieces to serve.

This Praline Crunch is a perfect combination of sweet, buttery caramel, toasted nuts, and crispy cereal—totally irresistible! If you want to mix things up, you could add other ingredients like dried fruit or even sprinkle a bit of sea salt on top for contrast.

Let me know if you want more variations or tips