Description
Toffee Chex Mix is a delightful, crunchy snack that perfectly marries sweet and salty flavors. This easy-to-make treat combines Chex cereal with a buttery toffee coating, making it an irresistible choice for movie nights, parties, or casual snacking. In just 25 minutes, you can create this addictive mix that’s highly customizable. Add pretzels, chocolate chips, or nuts to suit your taste and elevate your snacking experience. Plus, stored in an airtight container, this mix stays fresh for up to two weeks. Whether you’re sharing with friends or enjoying it solo, Toffee Chex Mix is sure to become a favorite.
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 your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the butter completely. Stir in the brown sugar until combined and bubbly.
- Remove from heat and mix in vanilla extract and salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, pour in the Chex cereal and drizzle the buttery mixture over it. Gently fold until all pieces are coated evenly.
- Spread the mixture on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for about 15 minutes, stirring halfway through.
- Allow to cool completely before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Experiment with different Chex varieties for unique textures. For added flavor, consider mixing in pretzels or chocolate chips. Store your Toffee Chex Mix in an airtight container to maintain its crunch.