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Sweet and Salty Holiday Chex Mix

Sweet and Salty Holiday Chex Mix That Everyone Will Love

This Sweet and Salty Holiday Chex Mix is a quick, customizable treat that evokes warm holiday memories.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 12 cups
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cereal Base
  • 3 cups Rice Chex cereal Can substitute with all Corn Chex or Wheat Chex.
  • 3 cups Corn Chex cereal Can be replaced with additional Rice Chex.
  • 2 cups Mini pretzels Any pretzels work, but mini ones are perfect.
  • 1 cup Mixed nuts Can be substituted with pumpkin seeds or omitted.
For the Glaze
  • ½ cup Unsalted butter Can be replaced with coconut oil for vegan option.
  • 1 cup Brown sugar Use packed for best results.
  • ½ cup Honey Maple syrup is a vegan alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract No substitutions suggested.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Omit if non-spiced version preferred.
  • to taste Sea salt Sprinkle on at the end.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Spatula
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine Rice Chex, Corn Chex, mini pretzels, and mixed nuts. Stir gently until evenly distributed.
  3. In a medium saucepan, melt unsalted butter over low heat. Add brown sugar, honey, vanilla extract, and cinnamon. Stir frequently for about 3-5 minutes until it thickens.
  4. Carefully pour the caramel glaze over the cereal mixture and toss to coat.
  5. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Spread the coated mix evenly, separating clumps.
  6. Bake for about 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes for even baking.
  7. Let the mix cool completely on the sheets for about 30 minutes.
  8. Taste for seasoning and sprinkle with additional sea salt if desired. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

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

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