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Toffee Chex Mix

Heavenly Toffee Chex Mix for Sweet and Salty Crunch Lovers

This Toffee Chex Mix transforms snack time with its irresistible blend of sweet and salty flavors, perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 cups
Course: Snacks
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 8 cups Chex Cereal Look for gluten-free options
For the Toffee Coating
  • 1 cup Butter Can be swapped with a dairy-free alternative
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Vital for authentic toffee taste
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Using pure vanilla makes a difference
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness
For the Crunch
  • 2 cups Nuts (Almonds, Pecans, Walnuts, Peanuts) Mix and match based on preference
Optional Add-ins
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips Can be replaced with dried fruits
  • 1 cup Dried Fruits Great for chewiness
  • 1 cup Coconut Flakes Adds tropical touch and texture

Equipment

  • Oven
  • medium saucepan
  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Toffee Chex Mix
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine Chex cereal and mixed nuts.
  3. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat, then stir in brown sugar and salt until bubbling.
  4. Remove heat and stir in vanilla extract.
  5. Pour the toffee over the cereal and nuts; stir to coat.
  6. Spread the mixture on the baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes, stirring halfway.
  7. Cool for 30 minutes, then break into clusters.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

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