CHRISTMAS CRUNCH CANDY

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Treat family and friends to a yummy brittle for the holidays. Made with cashews and Rice Krispies, it's loaded with crispy-crunchy goodness. -Amanda McLemore, Maryville, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield about 1-1/2 pounds.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 teaspoon butter, softened
2 cups sugar
2/3 cup light corn syrup
1/2 cup water
3 tablespoons butter, cubed
2 cups Rice Krispies
1 cup salted cashews
1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Line a 15x10x1-in. baking pan with foil. Grease foil with 1 teaspoon butter., In a large heavy saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup and water; bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. , Cook and stir over medium heat until a candy thermometer reads 240° (soft-ball stage). Stir in butter; cook without stirring until mixture reaches 300° (hard-crack stage), brushing down sides of pan with a pastry brush dipped in water as needed., Remove from heat. Stir in cereal, cashews, baking soda and vanilla. Quickly pour into prepared pan. Using a buttered metal spatula, spread mixture to 1/4-in. thickness. Cool completely; break into pieces., To Make Ahead: Store candy in an airtight container up to 1 month.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 152 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 136mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

MD SOJIB BASAN SOHAN
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This candy is so easy to make, it's almost too good to be true.


Jahanger Khan
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This candy is a holiday classic that I look forward to every year.


Nuwan Kumara
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This candy is a must-try for any chocolate lover.


FAHAD AND ROSHAN GAMING
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This candy is the best Christmas candy I've ever had.


Tony Joyce Amanda
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This candy is so addictive, I can't stop eating it.


Frank Abrams
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This candy is a great way to satisfy my sweet tooth.


Yohanes Frezer
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This candy is the perfect combination of sweet and salty.


Bishal BK
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I love the way this candy melts in my mouth.


Harper Randy
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This candy is so delicious, I can't get enough of it.


MOHAMMAD MISUK HOSSAIN
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This candy is the perfect addition to any holiday party.


A Kaymarie
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This candy is a great gift for friends and family. It's sure to put a smile on their face.


DSLR SRABON
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This candy is so versatile. You can add different nuts, dried fruits, or even bacon bits to change up the flavor.


Mohmmad Ajmal
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I love that this candy doesn't require any baking. It's perfect for those busy holiday days when you don't have a lot of time to spend in the kitchen.


Katelynn Kilgannon
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This candy is so easy to make, even my kids could help. It's a great way to get them involved in the holiday baking.


S M. SAMIUL ISLAM
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I made this candy for my family's Christmas party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. It's so addictive, I could barely stop eating it.


Mahesh Karki
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This Christmas Crunch Candy is an absolute delight! It's so easy to make and tastes amazing. I love the combination of chocolate, peanut butter, and rice cereal. It's the perfect sweet and salty treat.