Toffee Chex Mix Recipe
A sweet and crunchy Toffee Chex Mix combining the buttery richness of toffee with the crispy texture of Chex cereal. Perfect as a snack or party treat with a delightful caramel flavor enhanced by brown sugar, vanilla, and a touch of salt.
- Author: Amaya
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Main Ingredients
- 4 cups Chex cereal (any variety)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the mix evenly.
- Melt Butter and Combine Sugar: In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the unsalted butter. Stir in the brown sugar until the mixture is fully combined and becomes bubbly, creating the toffee base.
- Add Flavorings: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and salt to enhance the toffee flavor.
- Coat Cereal: Place the Chex cereal into a large mixing bowl. Pour the butter and sugar mixture over the cereal and gently fold to coat each piece thoroughly. Add chopped nuts if using, folding them in evenly.
- Bake the Mix: Spread the coated mix onto a parchment-lined baking sheet in an even layer. Bake in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure all pieces crisp evenly.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and allow the Toffee Chex Mix to cool completely on the baking sheet before serving to achieve maximum crunchiness.
Notes
- Use any variety of Chex cereal for different flavor combinations like rice, corn, or wheat Chex.
- Chopped nuts are optional; consider pecans, walnuts, or almonds for added texture.
- Store cooled mix in an airtight container to keep it fresh and crunchy.
- For a nuttier flavor, toast the nuts lightly before adding to the mix.
- Stirring halfway through baking ensures even toffee coating and prevents burning.
Keywords: Toffee Chex Mix, Sweet Snack, Party Mix, Caramel Snack, Chex Cereal Recipe