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Toffee Chex Mix Recipe

Toffee Chex Mix Recipe
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This Toffee Chex Mix is a delightful sweet snack combining crispy Chex cereal coated in a rich, buttery toffee coating with hints of vanilla and a touch of salt. Perfect for parties, holiday treats, or a tasty homemade snack, it’s easy to prepare and sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Ingredients

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Base Ingredient

  • 4 cups Chex cereal (any variety)

Toffee Coating

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Optional

  • 1 cup chopped nuts (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s ready when the Chex cereal mixture is prepared.
  2. Melt Butter and Mix Sugar: In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the unsalted butter. Stir in the brown sugar continuously until the mixture is fully combined and bubbly, creating the toffee base.
  3. Add Flavorings: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and salt to enhance the rich toffee flavor.
  4. Coat the Cereal: Pour the Chex cereal into a large mixing bowl and drizzle the hot butter and sugar mixture over it. Gently fold the coating into the cereal until all pieces are evenly coated. Add the chopped nuts if using, and fold to distribute them evenly.
  5. Bake the Mix: Spread the coated Chex mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper in an even layer. Bake in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even baking and coating.
  6. Cool Completely: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the Toffee Chex Mix to cool completely. This helps the toffee coating to set and become crisp before serving.

Notes

  • You can customize this snack by adding different types of nuts such as pecans or almonds, or even adding dried fruits for extra flavor.
  • Store the cooled Toffee Chex Mix in an airtight container to maintain its crispness for up to one week.
  • If you prefer a less sweet version, reduce the brown sugar to 3/4 cup.
  • Be careful while handling the hot butter and sugar mixture; it can cause burns.
  • Chopping nuts finely helps with even distribution and better texture.

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