Description
A delightful blend of crispy Chex cereal and rich toffee, perfect for family gatherings and snacking.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups Chex cereal (Rice or Corn)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Optional: nuts (pecans, almonds, cashews), chocolate chips, or M&Ms
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, blend the chosen Chex varieties together.
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar and salt. Bring to a gentle boil for 2-3 minutes, stirring continuously.
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Pour the melted toffee over the Chex mixture, mixing gently to coat.
- Spread the mixture on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes, stirring halfway through.
- Allow to cool completely on the baking sheet before storing in an airtight container.
Notes
Consider experimenting with spices like cinnamon or cayenne for added flavor. Let the mix cool completely to maintain its crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Toffee Chex Mix, Snack, Sweet Treat, Family Recipe, Nostalgic Snack