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Sweet & Salty Toffee Chex Mix Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Description

This Sweet & Salty Toffee Chex Mix is a delicious homemade snack combining crunchy Chex cereal, crunchy pretzels, and salted peanuts coated in a rich, buttery toffee glaze with optional bursts of chocolatey sweetness from mini M&Ms or chocolate chips. Baked low and slow for an hour to ensure perfect caramelization and crunch, this treat makes for an irresistible party snack or cozy movie-time munchie.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 6 cups Chex cereal (corn or rice)
  • 2 cups mini pretzels
  • 1 cup salted peanuts

Toffee Coating

  • 1 cup butter (2 sticks)
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt (optional, for extra salty balance)

Optional Mix-ins

  • 1/2 cup mini M&Ms or chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to ensure easy removal and cleanup.
  2. Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the Chex cereal, mini pretzels, and salted peanuts. Set this mixture aside while you prepare the toffee coating.
  3. Make the Toffee Coating: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter completely. Once melted, add the packed brown sugar and stir continuously until the mixture comes to a simmer. Allow it to boil gently for 2 minutes without stirring to develop that rich toffee flavor.
  4. Add Vanilla and Baking Soda: Remove the saucepan from the heat and quickly stir in the vanilla extract, baking soda, and salt if using. The baking soda will cause the mixture to bubble vigorously, creating a lighter texture in the coating.
  5. Coat the Chex Mix: Immediately pour the hot toffee sauce over the bowl with the cereal, pretzels, and peanuts. Stir gently but thoroughly to ensure every piece is evenly coated with the toffee mixture.
  6. Bake the Chex Mix: Spread the coated mixture into a single even layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes. This helps the coating bake evenly and prevents burning, resulting in a perfectly crunchy snack.
  7. Cool and Add M&Ms (Optional): Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the Chex mix to cool completely on the sheet. While the mix is still slightly warm, stir in the mini M&Ms or chocolate chips to add a sweet chocolatey contrast.
  8. Serve and Store: Once cooled, break the mix into clusters or pieces. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week to keep it fresh and crunchy.

Notes

  • Be sure to stir the toffee mixture continuously until simmering to avoid burning the sugar.
  • Stirring the mix every 15 minutes during baking is crucial for even coating and prevents burning.
  • The addition of salt is optional but recommended for balancing the sweetness with a salty kick.
  • Using mini M&Ms or chocolate chips is optional but adds delightful bursts of chocolate flavor.
  • Allow the mix to cool completely before storing to maintain crispiness.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

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