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Crispix Pecan Crunch

This addictive snack combines Crispix cereal and pecans with a sweet caramel coating. Baked to perfection for the ultimate crunch, it's perfect for snacking or gifting.

Emily Watson
Updated on Sun, 22 Dec 2024 02:06:52 GMT
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I discovered this Crispix Pecan Crunch recipe during the holidays and it's become my most requested snack! The way the buttery caramel coats every piece of cereal and those toasted pecans creates the most incredible sweet and crunchy bite. My kitchen smells absolutely heavenly when I'm making it and everyone who tries it becomes instantly obsessed.

What Makes This Snack So Special

This isn't your ordinary cereal snack mix. The combination of sweet caramel crispy cereal and toasted pecans creates pure snacking magic. I love that I can whip up a batch with simple pantry ingredients. Sometimes I have to make a double batch because it disappears so quickly at parties!

What You'll Need

  • Crispix Cereal: These little rice and corn squares catch all that delicious caramel.
  • Pecan Halves: Fresh pecans make all the difference with their buttery crunch.
  • Brown Sugar: This gives our caramel that perfect deep flavor.
  • Corn Syrup: Creates the smoothest glossiest coating.
  • Butter: Real butter makes everything better especially caramel!
  • Vanilla Extract: Just a splash makes everything taste amazing.
  • Baking Soda: The secret to light airy caramel coating.

Let's Make Some Magic

Get Everything Ready
Heat your oven to 250°F then mix your Crispix and pecans in a big bowl.
Make The Glaze
Melt your brown sugar corn syrup and butter until bubbly. Take it off the heat add vanilla and baking soda watch it puff up!
Mix It Up
Pour that warm caramel over everything and stir gently until every piece is coated.
Into The Oven
Spread it in your pan and bake for an hour stirring every 20 minutes for perfect coating.
Cool And Break
Let it cool on some wax paper then break into snackable clusters!

My Best Tips

  • Salt Is Your Friend: Those salted pecans make the sweet caramel pop.
  • Keep Stirring: Don't skip those 20 minute stirs they're so important.
  • Patience Pays Off: Let everything cool completely for maximum crunch.
  • Store It Right: A good airtight container keeps it fresh and crunchy.

Make It Your Own

  • Add Some Chocolate: A drizzle of chocolate takes this over the top.
  • Mix In More Goodies: Try adding dried cranberries or coconut.
  • Spice It Up: Sometimes I add cinnamon for a warm twist.

Perfect Ways to Share

This snack mix is perfect for holiday gifts in pretty bags or set out in bowls at parties. I love serving it with hot cocoa on cozy evenings. It's always the first thing to disappear at potlucks!

Keeping It Fresh

Keep your Crispix mix in an airtight container it stays crunchy for a week. If you want to make extra pop it in the freezer in a sealed container. Just let it come to room temp before serving.

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Quick Answers To Questions

  • Different Cereal OK? Chex works great too just pick rice or corn.
  • Not a Fan of Pecans? Try almonds or walnuts they're delicious too!
  • Making Ahead? Go for it this keeps beautifully for a week.

Crispix Pecan Crunch

A sweet and crunchy snack featuring Crispix cereal and pecans coated in homemade caramel. Great for parties or holiday gifts.

Prep Time
10 Minutes
Cook Time
60 Minutes
Total Time
70 Minutes

Category: Desserts

Difficulty: Easy

Cuisine: American

Yield: 12 Servings (10 cups)

Dietary: Vegetarian

Ingredients

01 8 cups Crispix cereal.
02 2 cups pecan halves (salted preferred).
03 1 cup brown sugar, packed.
04 1 cup corn syrup.
05 1 cup butter.
06 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
07 1 teaspoon baking soda.

Instructions

Step 01

Heat oven to 250°F.

Step 02

Mix cereal and pecans in large bowl.

Step 03

Heat brown sugar, corn syrup, and butter in saucepan until boiling.

Step 04

Remove from heat, stir in vanilla and baking soda.

Step 05

Pour over cereal mixture, coat well.

Step 06

Spread in 9x13 pan, bake 1 hour, stirring every 20 minutes.

Step 07

Cool on wax paper, break into pieces.

Notes

  1. A sweet and crunchy snack mix that's perfect for parties, holiday gifts, or casual snacking. Store in airtight container to maintain freshness.

Tools You'll Need

  • 9x13 baking pan.
  • Large saucepan.
  • Large mixing bowl.
  • Wax paper or parchment paper.

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Tree nuts (pecans).
  • Dairy (butter).

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 325
  • Total Fat: 18 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 45 g
  • Protein: 3 g