Description
This Addicting Toffee Chex Mix is the ultimate sweet and salty snack, featuring a crispy blend of Chex cereal, crunchy pretzels, assorted nuts, and a rich buttery toffee coating. Perfect for parties, holiday gifts, or anytime snacking, this easy, oven-baked treat will have everyone coming back for more!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chex Mix:
- 1 (12.8 oz) box Rice or Corn Chex cereal
- 3 cups pretzels
- 3 cups assorted nuts (almonds, cashews, pecans, or peanuts)
For the Toffee Coating:
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups dark brown sugar, packed
- 3/4 cup light corn syrup
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat & Prepare
- Preheat oven to 250°F (120°C).
- Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2: Make the Toffee Coating
- In a large saucepan, melt butter, brown sugar, corn syrup, and salt over medium heat, stirring frequently.
- Bring to a boil and let cook for 3-4 minutes, without stirring.
- Remove from heat and carefully stir in vanilla extract and baking soda (the mixture will bubble up).
Step 3: Coat & Bake the Mix
- In a large mixing bowl, combine Chex cereal, pretzels, and nuts.
- Pour the warm toffee mixture over the dry ingredients and gently toss to coat evenly.
- Spread the coated mix onto the prepared baking sheet in an even layer.
- Bake for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes to prevent burning.
Step 4: Cool & Serve
- Remove from the oven and let cool completely before breaking into pieces.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
Notes
- Want extra crunch? Add 1 cup of mini pretzel rods or popcorn.
- Make it chocolatey! Drizzle with melted white or dark chocolate after cooling.
- For a spicier kick, add ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper to the toffee mixture.
