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Sweet and salty fall Chex mix

Sweet and salty fall Chex mix: 45-Minute Irresistible Snack


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  • Author: Anastasia
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 8 cups 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This sweet and salty Chex mix is perfect for fall. It combines crunchy cereals with a simple glaze.


Ingredients

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  • 3 cups Corn Chex cereal
  • 3 cups Rice Chex cereal
  • 2 cups pretzels
  • 1 cup peanuts
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C).
  2. In a large bowl, mix Chex cereals, pretzels, and peanuts.
  3. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
  4. Add brown sugar and maple syrup. Stir until sugar dissolves.
  5. Remove from heat. Stir in vanilla and salt.
  6. Pour glaze over cereal mixture. Toss to coat evenly.
  7. Spread mixture on a baking sheet.
  8. Bake for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes.
  9. Let cool completely before serving.

Notes

  • Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
  • Adjust salt to taste.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg