Description
This Toffee Chex Mix is a deliciously sweet and crunchy snack featuring Chex cereal coated in a rich toffee glaze made from butter, brown sugar, and vanilla extract. Perfect for parties, holiday gatherings, or a tasty treat anytime, this mix is easy to prepare and customizable with your choice of nuts.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 4 cups Chex cereal (any variety)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the Chex mix to a perfect toffee-coated crunch.
- Melt Butter and Brown Sugar: In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the unsalted butter. Stir in the brown sugar continuously until the mixture is combined and bubbly, creating the toffee base.
- Add Flavorings: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and salt to enhance the flavor complexity of the toffee coating.
- Combine with Cereal: Pour the Chex cereal into a large mixing bowl, then drizzle the warm toffee mixture evenly over it. Gently fold the mixture with a spatula until all the cereal pieces are well coated, adding the chopped nuts if using.
- Bake the Mix: Spread the coated cereal mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes, stirring halfway through baking to ensure even coating and prevent clumping.
- Cool Completely: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the Toffee Chex Mix to cool completely on the sheet. This cooling step lets the toffee harden, giving the snack its signature crispiness before serving.
Notes
- Chopped nuts are optional but add a nice crunch and flavor; pecans or walnuts are great choices.
- Store the mix in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain freshness for up to a week.
- For a festive twist, consider adding chocolate chips or a sprinkle of cinnamon after baking.
- Be careful not to overbake; watch the mix closely to prevent burning the sugar coating.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Toffee Chex Mix, sweet snack, party mix, Chex recipe, sugary snack, homemade toffee mix
