Post Shredded Wheat Caramel Nut Crunch

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For any chef (from the experts across the globe to those making dinner every night), the most important asset is a collection of trusted recipes. Eating the same meals and snacks every week can be mundane. That’s why we here at Post Consumer Brands have done much of the work for you! From breakfasts for the road (or weekends at home) to snacks throughout the day that’ll fuel you for more than a few minutes, to unique dinner dishes, this rotation of recipes will become staples in your household. And of course, we couldn’t resist throwing in a few desserts! Cookies, bars, ice cream treats…all from the comfort of your own home! Try a few out and create some new favorites, like this nutty baked treat!

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Prep Time:

5 min

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Total Time:

20 min

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Servings:

8 Servings

Ingredients

  • 6 cups Post Original Shredded Wheat Spoon Size cereal
  • 1 cup each: raisins & coarsely chopped natural almonds
  • 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup butter or margarine
  • 3 Tbsp. corn syrup
  • 1/4 tsp. each: salt & baking soda

Directions

  1. Combine cereal, raisins & almonds. Place on a greased baking sheet.
  2. Combine brown sugar, butter, corn syrup & salt in a saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat. Cook for 1-1/2 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat. Add baking soda.
  3. Toss brown sugar mixture with cereal mixture.
  4. Bake at 325°F for 12 minutes, stirring after 6 minutes. Remove & cool.