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Toffee Chex Mix

Sweet and Salty Toffee Chex Mix for Anytime Snacking

This Toffee Chex Mix combines crunchy Chex cereal with a rich toffee coating, perfect for sweet and salty snacking anytime.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 cups
Course: Snacks
Calories: 230
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Toffee Coating
  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • pinch salt
Cereal Base
  • 8 cups Chex cereal any variety (rice, corn, wheat)
Optional Add-ins
  • chopped nuts pecans or walnuts
  • pretzels
  • chocolate chips or dried fruits cranberries or raisins

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Melt 1 cup of unsalted butter over low heat in a medium saucepan.
  3. Add 1 cup of brown sugar to the melted butter, stirring until the mixture becomes bubbly and glossy, about 2–3 minutes.
  4. Stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
  5. Pour 8 cups of Chex cereal into a large mixing bowl and drizzle the toffee mixture over it, gently folding to coat.
  6. Spread the coated Chex mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  7. Let the Toffee Chex Mix cool on the baking sheet for about 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure butter and sugar are bubbling well for a rich, sticky coating. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

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