Description
Delectable Toffee Crunch Chex Mix Delight brings sweet and salty pleasures to snack time with crunchy cereal, caramel notes, and irresistible texture. Crisp ingredients meld together, creating an addictive treat perfect for sharing at gatherings or enjoying solo.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 12.8 ounces (363 grams) Rice or Corn Chex Cereal
- 3 cups assorted nuts (pecans, almonds, peanuts)
- 3 cups pretzel thins or mini knots
Sweeteners and Syrups:
- 2 cups dark brown sugar
- ¾ cup light corn syrup
- 1 cup unsalted butter
Flavor Enhancers and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
Instructions
- Arrange oven racks in the center and preheat to 250F. Prepare two baking sheets by lining with aluminum foil and coating thoroughly with cooking spray.
- In a spacious mixing bowl, gently combine the entire box of cereal, mixed nuts, and crisp pretzels. Allow the dry ingredients to mingle while preparing the toffee sauce.
- Select a large saucepan and melt unsalted butter over medium heat. Introduce dark brown sugar, light corn syrup, and salt to the melted butter.
- Stir the mixture consistently, allowing it to reach a rolling boil. Maintain the boil for exactly two minutes, then carefully remove from heat.
- Incorporate pure vanilla extract and baking soda into the toffee mixture. Whisk energetically as the sauce begins to foam and transform.
- Drizzle the molten toffee over the cereal mixture, using a gentle folding technique to ensure complete and even coating. Work cautiously to prevent potential burns from the hot sauce.
- Distribute the toffee-coated mixture across both prepared baking sheets in an even layer. Place in the preheated oven and bake, rotating and stirring every 15 minutes.
- Adjust baking time between 30-55 minutes depending on desired texture: shorter time yields a chewier consistency, while longer baking creates a crispier crunch.
- Once baking is complete, remove from oven and gently stir the mix to facilitate cooling and prevent clumping. Transfer to a serving bowl and savor the delectable treat.
Notes
- This sweet and crunchy snack transforms ordinary ingredients into an addictive treat perfect for parties, movie nights, or gifting.
- Stirring the mixture every 15 minutes ensures even coating and prevents burning, creating a uniform golden-brown crunch.
- Temperature and baking time directly impact texture: shorter baking yields a chewy mix, while longer creates an extra crispy version.
- Dark brown sugar and corn syrup create a rich, deep toffee flavor that caramelizes beautifully when slowly heated.
- Be cautious when handling hot toffee mixture, using gentle folding techniques to coat ingredients without splashing or burning.
- Cooling the mix immediately after baking helps prevent sticking and creates individual, crisp clusters ready for snacking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 170 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg