Description
Caramel Crispix is a crunchy, sweet snack made by coating Crispix cereal in a rich homemade caramel sauce. This easy-to-make treat combines the buttery goodness of caramel with the satisfying crunch of cereal, perfect for snacking or sharing at gatherings.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 (18 oz) box Crispix Cereal
- 1 cup Butter
- 2 cups Brown Sugar
- 1/2 cup Corn Syrup
- 1/2 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 1/2 tsp Baking Soda
Instructions
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside for the coated cereal to cool on.
- Combine Cereal: Pour the entire box of Crispix into a large bowl, making sure there is enough space to mix the caramel coating thoroughly.
- Melt Butter and Sugar: In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the brown sugar and stir constantly until the mixture reaches a boil.
- Add Syrup and Vanilla: Once boiling, stir in the corn syrup and vanilla extract. Continue to bring the mixture to a boil, stirring constantly to combine.
- Add Baking Soda: Remove the pan from heat and stir in the baking soda. The mixture will foam up and turn a light tan color, increasing in volume.
- Coat the Cereal: Immediately pour the caramel mixture over the Crispix cereal and stir gently but thoroughly to coat all the pieces evenly.
- Cool and Set: Spread the coated cereal evenly onto the prepared parchment paper. Allow it to cool completely, about an hour, until it hardens and becomes less sticky.
Notes
- Using parchment paper prevents sticking and makes cleanup easier.
- Stir constantly when boiling to prevent the caramel from burning.
- The baking soda causes the caramel to foam and lighten, creating a delicate texture.
- Let the mixture cool completely before storing to maintain crispness.
- Store in an airtight container to keep the snack fresh and crunchy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snacks
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Caramel Crispix, caramel snack, Crispix cereal recipe, homemade caramel cereal, easy caramel snack
