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Easy Sweet & Salty Fall Chex Mix Recipe

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A quick and easy sweet and salty Chex mix with a caramel-like coating, perfect for fall gatherings. This crowd-pleasing snack comes together in about 30 minutes with simple ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 9 cups Rice Chex cereal
  • 2 cups pretzel sticks
  • 1 cup roasted salted almonds
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds or pepitas
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
  • 1/3 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  2. In a large bowl, gently toss together the Rice Chex cereal, pretzel sticks, roasted salted almonds, and pumpkin seeds. Set aside.
  3. In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Add the packed light brown sugar and maple syrup. Whisk continuously until the brown sugar dissolves completely, about 2 minutes, until the mixture is smooth and gently bubbling.
  4. Remove the saucepan from the heat. Whisk in the vanilla extract, kosher salt, cinnamon (if using), and baking soda. The mixture will foam up slightly.
  5. Pour the hot butter mixture over the dry ingredients. Using a silicone spatula or wooden spoon, gently fold and toss until everything is evenly coated.
  6. Transfer the coated mixture to the prepared baking sheet and spread it into an even layer.
  7. Bake for 20 minutes, stirring gently after 10 minutes to ensure even drying.
  8. Remove from the oven and let the mix cool completely on the baking sheet, undisturbed, for at least 30 minutes. The coating will set and create crunchy clusters as it cools.

Notes

Don’t rush the cooling process; let it sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes. The mix actually gets better after sitting overnight. For bigger clusters, press the mixture down gently with a spatula about 5 minutes before baking is done. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 10 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.

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Keywords: Chex mix, sweet and salty, fall snack, party mix, easy snack, caramel Chex mix

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