Sweet Chex Mix

Sweet Chex Mix is a delightful snack that combines the crunch of Chex cereal with the sweetness of caramel and chocolate. It's perfect for parties, movie nights, or just as a tasty treat!

Sweet Chex Mix

Ingredients

  • 3 cups of Rice Chex cereal
  • 3 cups of Corn Chex cereal
  • 1 cup of pretzel sticks
  • 1 cup of mixed nuts
  • 1 cup of brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup of unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup of light corn syrup
  • 1/4 teaspoon of baking soda
  • 1/2 cup of chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup of candy-coated chocolate pieces

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the Rice Chex, Corn Chex, pretzels, and mixed nuts. Set aside.
  2. In a saucepan, melt the butter and brown sugar over medium heat. Stir in the corn syrup and bring to a boil. Boil for 2 minutes without stirring.
  3. Remove the caramel mixture from the heat and quickly stir in the baking soda. The mixture will foam up.
  4. Pour the caramel mixture over the Chex mixture and stir to coat evenly.
  5. Spread the coated mixture onto a baking sheet and let it cool for 5 minutes.
  6. Sprinkle the chocolate chips and candy-coated chocolate pieces over the mixture while it's still warm.
  7. Allow the sweet Chex mix to cool completely before breaking it into pieces.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
20 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Carbohydrates
25g
Fat
5g
Protein
2g

Supplies

Large bowl Saucepan Baking sheet

Tools

Spoon Whisk

Serving suggestions

Serve the sweet Chex mix in a large bowl or portion it into individual snack bags for easy serving.

Tips & tricks

For an extra special touch, drizzle melted white chocolate over the sweet Chex mix before it cools completely.

Cost

$10