Pecan Crunch Glazed Bites
These delightful bite-sized snacks combine crunchy pecans with a sweet, sticky glaze, perfect for gatherings or as a dessert.
Ingredients
For the glaze
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter Melted
- 1 cup brown sugar Packed
- 1/4 cup light corn syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Main ingredients
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1 cup crispy rice cereal
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar for dusting, optional
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
- Stir in the brown sugar and corn syrup. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring constantly.
- Once it reaches a boil, reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 3 minutes, stirring until smooth.
- Remove from heat and add vanilla extract and salt, mixing well.
- In a large bowl, combine chopped pecans, crispy rice cereal, and mini marshmallows.
- Pour the glaze over the mixture and stir until evenly coated.
- Allow the mixture to cool slightly, then scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto the prepared baking sheet.
Baking
- Shape the portions into bite-sized balls.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let cool completely on the baking sheet.
- If desired, dust with powdered sugar before serving.
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Notes
For a firmer texture, allow the bites to cool longer on the baking sheet. You can also experiment with different nuts or spices to personalize the recipe.