CHRISTMAS CRUNCH

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This is a great snack that can make a great quick Christmas gift.

Provided by Debbie Rowe

Categories Desserts Candy Recipes Nut Candy Recipes

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 cups white sugar
⅔ cup light corn syrup
½ cup water
3 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon baking soda
2 cups crispy rice cereal
1 cup cashews

Steps:

Grease one 10x15 inch baking pan.
In a large saucepan over medium heat, combine the sugar, corn syrup and water; bring to a boil, stirring constantly until sugar is dissolved.
Continue to cook, without stirring until a candy thermometer reads 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
Remove from heat; stir in butter, vanilla and baking soda. Add cereal and cashews; pour into prepared pan and allow to cool. Break into pieces and store in air tight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 289.6 calories, Carbohydrate 55.1 g, Cholesterol 7.6 mg, Fat 8.2 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 192.9 mg, Sugar 39.2 g