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Irresistible Praline Crunch Recipe

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Irresistible Praline Crunch is a delightful sweet treat featuring crunchy pecan halves coated in a luscious caramelized brown sugar and butter mixture, enhanced with subtle vanilla and cinnamon notes. Perfect as a snack or topping for desserts, this easy-to-make praline is rich, buttery, and packed with delightful texture.

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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 to create a non-stick surface for the praline mixture to cool on.
  2. Melt Butter: In a large nonstick skillet or saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat until completely liquid and hot.
  3. Combine Brown Sugar: Add the brown sugar to the melted butter and stir continuously for about 2 to 3 minutes until the mixture is fully combined and bubbling, indicating the sugar is caramelizing properly.
  4. Coat Pecans: Add the pecan halves to the skillet and stir continuously for 5 to 7 minutes to ensure each pecan is fully coated with the caramel mixture and starts to crisp up slightly.
  5. Add Flavorings: Remove the skillet from heat and immediately stir in the vanilla extract, cinnamon if using, and sea salt to evenly distribute the flavors throughout the praline.
  6. Spread Mixture: Quickly spread the hot pecan mixture onto the prepared parchment paper using a spatula, separating the pecans to prevent clumping as it cools.
  7. Cool Completely: Allow the praline crunch to cool completely at room temperature until it hardens and becomes crunchy, then store or serve as desired.

Notes

  • Use a nonstick skillet to prevent the caramel from sticking and burning.
  • Work quickly when spreading the praline on parchment paper as it hardens rapidly.
  • Optional cinnamon adds a warm spice note but can be omitted if preferred.
  • Store praline crunch in an airtight container to maintain freshness and crunchiness.
  • Allow to cool fully before breaking into pieces to avoid sticky clusters.

Keywords: praline, pecan praline, caramelized pecans, sweet snack, praline crunch

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