Description
Irresistible sweet & salty toffee chex mix brings together crunchy cereal, caramel goodness, and chocolate chips in a perfect party snack. Guests will devour this addictive treat that balances sugary and salty flavors with simple ingredients and minimal preparation time.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 12.8 ounces (363 grams) Rice or Corn Chex Cereal
- 3 cups assorted nuts (pecans, almonds, peanuts)
- 3 cups pretzel thins or mini knots
Sweeteners and Binding Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups dark brown sugar
- 3/4 cup light corn syrup
Seasoning and Flavoring Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
Instructions
- Prepare baking workspace by lining two baking sheets with foil and generously coating with cooking spray. Preheat oven to 250F (120C).
- Combine Chex cereal, mixed nuts, and pretzels in a spacious mixing bowl, ensuring ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Create toffee base by melting butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Incorporate brown sugar, corn syrup, and salt, stirring consistently until mixture reaches a rolling boil.
- Allow toffee to bubble for exactly 2 minutes, then immediately remove from heat. Swiftly integrate vanilla extract, followed by baking soda, which will cause the mixture to foam and expand.
- Gently cascade hot toffee over cereal mixture, carefully folding to ensure complete and uniform coating of all ingredients.
- Distribute toffee-coated mixture across prepared baking sheets in thin, even layers. Bake for 30-55 minutes, rotating and stirring every 15 minutes to guarantee consistent caramelization and prevent burning.
- Once achieving desired crispness, remove from oven and allow mixture to cool, periodically stirring to prevent clumping. Transfer to serving container once completely set and enjoy the sweet-salty crunch.
Notes
- Customize your mix by swapping out nuts or using gluten-free pretzels to accommodate dietary restrictions.
- Use a silicone spatula for easier mixing and less mess when coating the cereal with toffee.
- Ensure even baking by rotating baking sheets and stirring thoroughly to prevent burning.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week to maintain crispness and flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 419
- Sugar: 26 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 21 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 54 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg