The perfect combination of flavors and textures, this Sweet Chex Mix It's a guaranteed crowd pleaser!
It's sweet and salty, as well as crunchy, crunchy, and chewy.
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No wonder why it's always an instant hit!
Whether it's a tailgate, potluck, or summer barbecue, everyone always gets hooked.
The only problem is that this snack is so outrageously addictive that you won't be able to stop eating it.
So if you are trying to cut back on sweets, I suggest you skip it.
But if you're looking to satisfy your sweet tooth, absolutely try this sweet Chex mix!
Sweet Chex Mix
It's a combination of Chex mix cereal and nuts, mixed with a sweet and sticky caramel butter sauce.
Give me a moment to compose myself after dreaming about it.
I love how a combination of simple ingredients can produce this masterpiece of a treat.
What couldn't be loved? It's crunchy and crunchy, sweet and salty, chewy and sticky. Basically, it's irresistible.
Plus, this snack is also easy to prepare, has a long shelf life, and is perfect for any occasion.
There's no reason you shouldn't do it today, so let's get started!
Ingredients
- Chex Mix – This sandwich doesn't have "Chex" in its name for nothing! Choose any flavor or variety you like.
- Walnuts - I prefer walnuts and almonds, but feel free to choose your poison.
- Salted butter – The base coating that is thrown onto cereal to amplify its flavors. Use good quality butter for best results and please stay away from margarine!
- Brown sugar – It is added to butter, giving it a deep toffee and caramel flavor.
- Dark corn syrup – In addition to the sweetness, it also helps the butter layer become sticky and sticky.
How to make Sweet Chex mix
1. Preparation
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Preheat your oven and grease your roasting pan.
Also, set aside 2 to 3 sheets of parchment or wax paper. You need them to dry the snacks after baking.
2. Mix the accessories.
Combine cereal and nuts in a large bowl.
Make sure the bowl is large enough so you can dump the ingredients in without spilling them.
3. Make the butter layer.
Melt the butter in a saucepan and add a little brown sugar and corn syrup. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
4. Pour and stir.
Pour the butter mixture over the add-ins and toss well to coat.
5. Bake.
Spread the mixture on your prepared roasting pan and bake for 1 hour.
Give it a good stir every 15 minutes.
6. Dry.
Spread the mixture on sheets of parchment paper and let them dry for about 30 minutes.
Stir occasionally so they don't stick to each other.
7. Serve and enjoy!
How to store
I don't think there will be any leftovers to store, but just in case, here's how.
Transfer leftovers to an airtight container and store at room temperature for 4 days or in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Tips
- If you find the butter mixture too sweet, tone it down by adding a pinch of salt. However, I find that using salted butter is already enough to balance the flavors.
- Give Chex Mix time to rest. This is what makes the butter layer chewier and stickier. Grease your hands with non-stick spray to avoid a sticky situation.
- Stir the cereal mixture every 15 minutes while it cools. This will prevent the pieces from sticking together.
- If you're giving it as a gift, package the snack in cellophane bags, cans, or jars for a pretty presentation.
- If it's for a party, consider serving it in individual servings. You don't want people fighting over the bowl! Place individual servings in muffin cups or paper cups.
Variaciones
One of the best things about this snack is the endless ways to make it your own.
From changing the cereal to adding nuts and candy to the mix, each addition makes this snack even more addictive.
Experiment with these variation suggestions and let me know which ones you like best!
cereal
As its name suggests, this snack uses Chex cereal as a base.
You can use any variation here: honey, nuts, chocolate, peanut butter, whatever.
You can even combine the flavors for a fun variety.
Also, don't let the name of this snack stop you from using or adding other grains to the mix.
Cheerios, Cap'N Crunch, Froot Loops, and Cocoa Puffs are great options.
nuts
I like to use a combination of walnuts and almonds in my Chex mix, but again, use whatever nuts will spice up your truffles.
My only recommendation is that whether you pick walnuts, cashews or peanuts, roast them beforehand.
Simply spread them out on a baking sheet and roast for about 8 minutes at 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
It may be an extra step, but it really brings out the flavor of the nuts even more.
chocolate fudge
To me, nothing is more addictive than a sweet and salty treat. That's why I love pairing salty, buttery snacks with chocolate!
If you do too, here are some wonderful options:
- Chocolate chips
- M & Ms
- candy bits
- candy pieces
- Reese Parts
- sprinkles
Just be sure to add these add-ins once the snack has completely cooled. Otherwise they will melt.
Textural mixes
If you like to stimulate your taste buds with fun combinations of textures, try these mixes!
- Grated coconut flakes
- Marshmallows
- Dry fruits
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