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Toffee Chex Mix

Toffee Chex Mix: Your New Favorite Snack for Every Occasion

Discover the irresistible Toffee Chex Mix, a perfect blend of crunchy cereal and buttery toffee—a sweet and salty snack for every occasion.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 8 cups
Course: Snacks
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Toffee
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Substitute with margarine for dairy-free option.
  • 1.5 cups Brown Sugar Light or dark brown sugar can be used.
  • 0.5 cups Light Corn Syrup Honey can substitute but may alter texture.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 0.5 teaspoon Baking Soda Essential for an airy texture.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Fine Salt Enhances overall flavor.
For the Chex Mix
  • 8-9 cups Chex Cereal A mix of Rice and Corn Chex works best.
  • 1.5 cups Nuts (Pecan Halves or Walnuts) Consider mixed nuts or almonds.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • Large rimmed baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Heatproof bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Toffee Chex Mix
  1. Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C) and line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a very large heatproof bowl, mix together 8–9 cups of Chex cereal and 1.5 cups of your favorite nuts.
  3. In a medium saucepan, melt 1 cup of unsalted butter, 1.5 cups of brown sugar, and 0.5 cup of light corn syrup over medium-high heat. Stir continuously until smooth, then boil for 5 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat and whisk in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, 0.5 teaspoon of fine salt, and 1 teaspoon of baking soda.
  5. Pour the hot toffee over the Chex cereal and nut mixture, folding gently until coated.
  6. Spread the mixture evenly onto the baking sheet and bake for 45-60 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes.
  7. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely for 30-45 minutes, then break into pieces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. Refrigerate for up to 2 weeks, or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat at 250°F for 10 minutes if soft.

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