Description
Irresistible French praline crunch delivers layers of nutty caramelized goodness through delicate pastry textures. Crisp almond streusel and silky chocolate ganache create sophisticated dessert perfection for sophisticated palates who crave elegant indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 cups crispix cereal
- 2 cups (226 g) pecan halves
- ½ cup (113 g or 1 stick) unsalted butter
- ½ cup (100 g) packed brown sugar
- ½ cup light corn syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp baking soda
Instructions
- Preparation: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper, ensuring full coverage for easy release of the praline crunch.
- Base Mixture: Combine Crispix cereal and pecan halves in a large mixing bowl, creating a foundational blend awaiting caramelization.
- Caramel Creation: In a saucepan, melt butter, brown sugar, and corn syrup over medium-high heat, allowing the mixture to bubble and transform into a rich golden elixir for approximately two minutes.
- Flavor Enhancement: Remove from heat and swiftly incorporate vanilla extract and baking soda, triggering a dramatic foamy reaction that adds depth and texture to the caramel.
- Coating Technique: Pour the molten caramel over the cereal and pecan mixture, gently folding to ensure complete and uniform coverage, creating a glossy, even layer.
- Roasting Process: Transfer the coated mixture to the prepared baking sheet, spreading into a thin, even layer. Roast in a preheated oven at 250F (120C), stirring every 15 minutes to promote even caramelization and crunch development.
- Cooling and Finishing: After 60 minutes, remove from the oven and allow complete cooling. Once solidified, break the praline into irregular, bite-sized fragments, then store in an airtight container to preserve its crisp texture and irresistible flavor.
Notes
- Prevent Burning Caramel: Watch the caramel mixture closely during cooking to avoid scorching, which can create bitter flavors and ruin the entire batch.
- Ensure Even Coating: Use a spatula to gently fold the caramel mixture, guaranteeing each cereal piece and pecan receives a complete, uniform caramel layer.
- Manage Oven Temperature: Keep the oven temperature precisely at 250F to achieve slow, consistent roasting without burning the delicate praline crunch.
- Storage Strategy: Store the praline crunch in an airtight container at room temperature for maximum crispness, consuming within a week for optimal texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 11
- Calories: 245
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 44 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg