COCONUT CASHEW CRUNCH

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The crunch is always a hit for Christmas snacking. It's one of my husband's favorites-and he says he doesn't like coconut! It's incredible on ice cream. -Dana Nemecek, Skiatook, Oklahoma

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 1h10m

Yield 3 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 8

9 cups Rice Krispies
2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
1 can (8 ounces) salted cashew pieces
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon baking soda

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the cereal, coconut and cashews. , In a large saucepan, combine the brown sugar, butter and corn syrup; bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Cook and stir for 5 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla and baking soda. Pour over cereal mixture; toss to coat. , Transfer to two foil-lined 15x10x1-in. baking pans. Bake at 250° for 50-60 minutes or until golden brown, stirring every 15 minutes. Cool completely in pan on a wire rack. Serve as is or use as a toppping for ice cream, fruit or yogurt. Store in airtight containers.

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