Crunch "N" Crackle

Directions

1. 1
   In heavy 2-quart saucepan, combine sugar, water and corn syrup.
2. 2
   Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Cook until hard crack stage (300°), or until small amount of mixture dropped into very cold water separates into threads which are hard and brittle.
3. 3
   Immediately remove from heat.
4. 4
   Stir in butter, soda, almond extract and cereal.
5. 5
   Pour into large, greased baking sheet.
6. 6
   Quickly spread mixture to about 1/4-inch thick. Cool; break into pieces.
7. 7
   Makes about 1 pound candy.