Praline Crunch
Praline Crunch is a delightful dessert featuring a crunchy, sweet, and buttery texture. This delightful treat combines nuts with a rich caramel blend, making it an irresistible snack or dessert option. Perfect for parties or a sweet indulgence!
Equipment
- 1 baking sheet
- 1 parchment paper
- 1 medium saucepan
- 1 wooden spoon
- 1 candy thermometer
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 whisk
Ingredients
- 2 cups pecans, chopped Or your choice of nuts.
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- ¼ cup corn syrup
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spread the chopped pecans evenly on it. Toast in the oven for about 5 minutes, or until fragrant. Remove and set aside to cool.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the sugar, butter, corn syrup, and salt. Stir gently with a wooden spoon until the mixture comes to a boil.
- Allow the mixture to boil without stirring until it reaches 240°F (soft ball stage) on a candy thermometer. This should take about 10-12 minutes.
- Remove the saucepan from heat. Stir in the vanilla extract and baking soda. Be cautious, as the mixture will bubble up.
- Quickly add the toasted pecans to the caramel mixture, stirring well to coat the nuts evenly.
- Pour the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and spread it evenly with a spatula. Allow it to cool completely at room temperature.
- Once cool, break the praline crunch into bite-sized pieces and store in an airtight container.
Notes
Feel free to substitute pecans with almonds or walnuts for a different flavor.
For a chocolate twist, drizzle melted chocolate over the cooled praline crunch before breaking it apart.
Store in a cool, dry place to maintain crunchiness.