Description
Sweet Chex Mix is a deliciously crunchy and sweet snack featuring Chex cereal coated in a buttery, sugary glaze and mixed with nuts, pretzels, and candies. Perfect for parties, holidays, or as an everyday treat, this easy recipe is highly customizable and always a crowd favorite.
Ingredients
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For the Sweet Coating:
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- ½ cup light corn syrup
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Chex Mix:
- 6 cups Chex cereal (rice, corn, or wheat)
- 1 cup mini pretzels
- 1 cup mixed nuts (almonds, pecans, or peanuts)
- 1 cup M&Ms or mini marshmallows (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Coating:
- In a saucepan over low heat, melt butter, sugar, and corn syrup. Stir until smooth and glossy.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
- Coat the Cereal:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine Chex cereal, pretzels, and nuts.
- Pour the warm sweet coating over the mixture and gently toss to coat evenly.
- Add Mix-Ins and Cool:
- While the mixture is still warm, stir in M&Ms or mini marshmallows if using.
- Spread onto parchment-lined baking sheets and allow to cool completely before serving.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
- Customize by adding holiday-themed candies or drizzling with melted chocolate.
- Use gluten-free Chex and mix-ins for a gluten-free version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ cup
- Calories: ~220 kcal
- Sugar: ~15g
- Sodium: ~150mg
- Fat: ~9g
- Saturated Fat: ~3g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: ~30g
- Fiber: ~1g
- Protein: ~3g
- Cholesterol: ~10mg