This Pecan Praline Crunch is one of my all-time favorite snacks, and I’ve been making it for years! No matter how many times I bake a batch, I still look forward to it every fall and winter—it’s become a tradition in my kitchen. With its sweet praline coating, crunchy cereal base, and plenty of pecans mixed in, every bite is full of rich flavor and texture. Not only is it an irresistible treat for snacking, but it also makes a thoughtful homemade gift and is always a hit on game day. It is also so very easy! You will not believe how quickly it comes together using your microwave! If you love the taste of pralines and pecans, this is a recipe you’ll want to make again and again.
The sweet crunch is perfect in the fall and winter...but honestly I'd eat it all year long! It is quite addictive! If you like fun treats like this try these Ritz Peanut Butter Cup Treats too!
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Ingredients
- Oatmeal Squares
- Pecans
- Butter
- Corn Syrup
- Brown Sugar
- Vanilla
- Baking Soda
Exact measurements in recipe card below!
Instructions
This recipe is so simple, and the best part is that you can make the praline mixture right in the microwave! To begin, preheat your oven to 250°F. While the oven heats, mix together the cereal and pecans in a 9x13 baking dish and set it aside.
Next, in a 2-cup microwave-safe bowl, combine the corn syrup, brown sugar, and butter. Microwave the mixture on high for 1 ½ minutes, then give it a good stir. After that, return it to the microwave and cook on high for another 30 seconds to 1 ½ minutes, or until the mixture is bubbling. Once it’s boiling, stir in the vanilla and baking soda. Immediately pour this praline mixture over the cereal and pecans, stirring until everything is well coated.
Afterward, place the dish in the oven and bake for 1 hour, stirring every 20 minutes. Be sure to scrape the bottom and fold the sugar mixture back into the cereal and pecans each time to keep everything evenly coated. Finally, spread the mixture onto a sheet pan to cool completely. Once cooled, break it into pieces and enjoy your sweet and crunchy pecan praline snack! Watch the quick video below to see it step by step!
Equipment
A well stocked kitchen makes baking so much more enjoyable! There is not many tools needed for this recipe, but I do have some favs! Check out this link to see some of my favs!
Storage
Just store in an airtight container. It will last for 1-2 weeks if it is not eaten first!
Gift Giving
I love giving this as a gift at the holidays. It is always a hit and so cute in a tin. Ir add it to a bag with a tag and bow!
Seasonal Treats to Try
- Pumpkin Snickerdoodles
- Pumpkin Granola
- Caramel Corn as Food Gifts!
- Chocolate Hay Stacks
- Pumpkin Bars
Quick Weeknight Meals
Pecan Praline Crunch
Ingredients
- 14.5 ounce Box Quaker Oat Squares Honey Nut or Brown Sugar flavor
- 2 cups pecan pieces
- ½ cup light corn syrup
- ½ cup brown sugar firmly packed
- ¼ cup butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 250°F. While the oven heats, mix together the cereal and pecan pieces in a 9x13 baking dish and set it aside.
- In a 2-cup microwave-safe bowl, combine the corn syrup, brown sugar, and butter. Microwave the mixture on high for 1 ½ minutes, then give it a good stir. Return it to the microwave and cook on high for another 30 seconds to 1 ½ minutes, or until the mixture is boiling.
- Stir in the vanilla and baking soda into the boiling mixture. Immediately pour this praline mixture over the cereal and pecans, stirring until everything is well coated.
- Bake for 1 hour, stirring every 20 minutes. Be sure to scrape the bottom and fold the sugar mixture back into the cereal and pecans each time to keep everything evenly coated.
- After 1 hour spread onto a sheet pan and let cool. Break into pieces and store in airtight container.
Marisa says
So easy and so delicious! Will definitely be making again all fall and winter!
Misty Tannery says
I am so thrilled you like this recipe! We love it at our house too!