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.

Hannan Rajput
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Can't wait to try this recipe!


Achiri Macdonna
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Thank you for sharing this recipe!


oladele omojola
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This recipe is a keeper!


Inoxent Duffer
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I made this candy for my holiday party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.


THIZOZO MONGALE
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This candy is so addictive! I can't stop eating it. It's the perfect combination of sweet and salty.


Isabelle Saddleback
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I love this recipe because it's so versatile. I can add different nuts, seeds, or dried fruit to make it my own. I also like that it's not too sweet, so it's perfect for snacking on.


Rehan Aslam
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This is the best Christmas candy recipe I've ever tried. It's so simple to make and it always turns out perfectly.


Ayesha Rehmat
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This candy is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it still tastes great.


Bd Shajahan
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I made this candy for my kids' Christmas party and they loved it. It was a great way to get them excited for the holiday.


ismahan bouzekouk
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This candy is delicious! I love the combination of chocolate, peanut butter, and pretzels.


Justin Adams
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I've been making this candy for years and it's always a hit. It's the perfect holiday treat. Thank you for sharing this recipe!


Shah noor
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This recipe is a keeper! It's so easy to make and the candy always turns out perfectly. I love giving it as gifts to my friends and family.


MirZa Sanaullah
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I made this candy for my holiday party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. I will definitely be making it again.


Ghazi Bloch
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This candy is so addictive! I can't stop eating it. It's the perfect combination of sweet and salty.


Deborah Banson
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I love this recipe because it's so versatile. You can add different nuts, seeds, or dried fruit to make it your own. I also like that it's not too sweet, so it's perfect for snacking on.


Talk Boiiw Ug
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This Christmas Crunch Candy is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends. It's the perfect holiday treat!