Description
Crispy Pecan Delight brings Southern charm to dessert tables with its irresistible blend of buttery pecans and golden crunch. Sweet layers meld classic comfort and elegant indulgence, promising a delectable journey through rich textures and nostalgic flavors you won’t soon forget.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 8 cups crispix cereal
- 2 cups pecan halves (salted preferred)
Sweeteners:
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 cup corn syrup
- 1 cup butter
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 250 degrees Fahrenheit (121 degrees Celsius), creating an optimal environment for the upcoming baking process.
- Select a spacious mixing bowl and gently combine the Crispix cereal with whole pecan halves, ensuring an even initial distribution.
- Acquire a large saucepan and position it over medium-high heat. Gradually melt the brown sugar, corn syrup, and unsalted butter, stirring intermittently until the mixture reaches a rolling boil.
- Remove the syrup from heat and swiftly incorporate pure vanilla extract and baking soda, whisking vigorously to create a smooth, aerated consistency.
- Cascade the hot syrup over the cereal and pecan mixture, using a spatula to meticulously coat every morsel, guaranteeing comprehensive coverage.
- Transfer the glossy mixture into a 9×13-inch (23×33 centimeters) baking pan, spreading it uniformly to facilitate consistent heat distribution.
- Position the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 60 minutes, interrupting the process every 20 minutes to stir and rotate the mixture, preventing potential scorching.
- Once baking concludes, carefully transfer the hot mixture onto wax or parchment paper, allowing it to cool and crisp completely at room temperature.
- After cooling, fragment the delectable treat into bite-sized clusters, ready for enjoying as a crunchy, sweet snack.
Notes
- Prepare all ingredients and tools before starting to ensure a smooth cooking process.
- Low and slow baking is key to achieving the perfect crispy texture without burning the pecans or cereal.
- Stir the mixture every 20 minutes during baking to guarantee even caramelization and prevent sticking.
- Use fresh pecans and crisp cereal for maximum crunch and flavor in your final snack.
- Completely cool the mixture on parchment paper to maintain the delightful crispiness and prevent clumping.
- Store in an airtight container to preserve the snack’s irresistible crunch for several days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 502 kcal
- Sugar: 39 g
- Sodium: 219 mg
- Fat: 33 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0.6 g
- Carbohydrates: 51 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 54 mg