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Irresistible Praline Crunch Recipe

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This Irresistible Praline Crunch recipe combines rich, buttery pecans coated in a sweet caramelized sugar mixture, enhanced with vanilla and a hint of cinnamon. Perfect as a snack or a topping for desserts, these pralines offer a crunchy texture and an addictive sweet-nutty flavor.

Ingredients

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Praline Crunch Ingredients

  • 2 cups pecan halves
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare baking sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside for easy cooling and removal of pralines.
  2. Melt butter: In a large nonstick skillet or saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat until fully liquefied.
  3. Add brown sugar: Stir the brown sugar into the melted butter, cooking and stirring continuously until the mixture is fully combined and begins bubbling, about 2 to 3 minutes.
  4. Coat pecans: Add the pecan halves to the skillet and stir continuously for 5 to 7 minutes, ensuring all pecans are evenly coated with the caramelized sugar mixture.
  5. Add flavorings: Remove the skillet from heat and immediately stir in the vanilla extract, cinnamon (if using), and sea salt to infuse the pralines with aromatic flavors.
  6. Spread mixture: Quickly transfer the praline mixture onto the prepared parchment paper and spread it out using a spatula. Separate the pecans gently to avoid clumping as the mixture cools.
  7. Cool completely: Allow the praline crunch to cool thoroughly until it hardens, then break into pieces for serving or storage.

Notes

  • Use a nonstick skillet to prevent the sugar from sticking and burning.
  • Be careful while cooking the sugar mixture as it becomes very hot.
  • Optionally, you can add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a spicy twist.
  • Store praline crunch in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.
  • Separate pecans immediately after spreading to prevent large clumps forming.

Keywords: praline, pecan crunch, caramelized nuts, nut snack, sweet snack, praline topping

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