Sweet and Salty Chex Mix Recipe
A quick and easy Sweet and Salty Chex Mix, combining crunchy cereals, pretzels, and nuts in a buttery glaze.
Ingredients
- 3 cups Rice Chex cereal
- 3 cups Corn Chex cereal
- 2 cups pretzels
- 1 cup mixed nuts
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Baking Sheet: Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine Rice Chex, Corn Chex, pretzels, and mixed nuts.
- Make the Glaze: In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in brown sugar and honey, bringing the mixture to a gentle boil. Let it simmer for 2 minutes, then remove from heat and add vanilla extract and salt.
- Coat the Mix: Pour the glaze over the dry ingredients, stirring gently to coat everything evenly.
- Bake: Spread the coated mix evenly on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 20 minutes, stirring halfway through.
- Cool: Allow the mix to cool completely on the baking sheet. The glaze will harden as it cools.
- Serve and Store: Once cooled, transfer to an airtight container. Enjoy immediately or store for up to a week.
Notes
Use gluten-free cereals and pretzels to make this recipe gluten-free. Adjust the type of nuts or omit them for allergy-friendly options.