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A close-up shot of the candied pecan snack mix, highlighting the crunchy texture of the caramel-coated cereal and pretzels.

Praline Crunch Mix: The Ultimate Sweet & Salty Snack

Discover your new favorite addiction with this Praline Crunch Mix! This incredibly easy, no-bake recipe combines crispy cereals, salty pretzels, and toasted pecans in a buttery brown sugar praline coating for the perfect sweet and salty snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 12 cups
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups Corn Chex Cereal
  • 4 cups Rice Chex Cereal
  • 2 cups Mini Pretzels
  • 2 cups Pecan Halves
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter
  • 1 cup Packed Brown Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Light Corn Syrup
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1/2 tsp Baking Soda

Equipment

  • 1 Large Mixing Bowl
  • 1 Medium Saucepan
  • 1 Baking Sheet Lined with parchment paper

Method
 

  1. In a very large bowl, combine the Corn Chex, Rice Chex, pretzels, and pecans. Mix gently to distribute evenly.
  2. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in the brown sugar and corn syrup. Bring to a rolling boil and cook for exactly 4 minutes, stirring constantly.
  3. Remove the saucepan from the heat and immediately stir in the vanilla extract and baking soda. The mixture will foam up.
  4. Quickly pour the hot praline sauce over the cereal mixture. Use a spatula to stir and fold, coating every piece evenly.
  5. Spread the mixture onto a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper in a single layer. Let it cool completely at room temperature.
  6. Once cool, break the Praline Crunch Mix into clusters and store in an airtight container.

Notes

Work quickly once the caramel sauce is made, as it sets fast.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.