Description
A sweet and crunchy Toffee Chex Mix recipe that combines the crispy texture of Chex cereal with a rich toffee glaze made from butter, brown sugar, and vanilla. Perfect for snacking or sharing during gatherings, this easy-to-make treat bakes in the oven to achieve a delightful golden coating.
Ingredients
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Chex Mix
- 4 cups Chex cereal (any variety)
- 1 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Toffee Coating
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the coated cereal.
- Melt butter and mix sugar: In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the butter completely. Stir in the brown sugar until the mixture is well combined and bubbly, ensuring a smooth toffee base.
- Add vanilla and salt: Remove the saucepan from the heat and promptly stir in the vanilla extract and salt to enhance the flavor profile of the toffee coating.
- Coat Chex cereal: Pour the Chex cereal into a large mixing bowl. Drizzle the warm butter and sugar mixture over the cereal, gently folding the mixture with a spatula to evenly coat all the pieces without breaking them.
- Bake the mix: Spread the coated Chex mix evenly onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes, stirring once halfway through to ensure even baking and prevent burning.
- Cool before serving: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the toffee Chex mix to cool completely at room temperature. This will help the coating set and harden for the perfect crunchy texture.
Notes
- Optional chopped nuts add extra crunch and flavor but can be omitted for a nut-free version.
- Use parchment paper on the baking sheet to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Store the cooled Toffee Chex Mix in an airtight container to maintain freshness and crunch.
- Stirring halfway through baking ensures even coating and prevents burning of the sugar.
- For a variation, try adding a pinch of cinnamon or a splash of bourbon to the coating mixture for added depth.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Toffee Chex Mix, sweet snack, crunchy cereal mix, homemade toffee snack, baked snack mix, easy party snack
