Sweet Holiday Chex Mix
A festive blend of crispy Chex cereals and crunchy pecans coated in a sweet, buttery glaze, perfect for joyful gatherings and cozy movie nights.
Ingredients
Cereal Mixture
- 3 cups Rice Chex cereal
- 3 cups Corn Chex cereal
- 3 cups Wheat Chex cereal
- 1 cup pecans, chopped Can substitute with walnuts, almonds, or pumpkin seeds for a nut-free version.
Coating
- 1 cup powdered sugar Use a fine sieve for even dusting.
- 1/2 cup corn syrup Substitute with maple syrup or honey if unavailable.
- 1/4 cup butter Melted in the coating step.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the Rice Chex, Corn Chex, Wheat Chex, and chopped pecans. Gently mix them together to ensure the cereals are evenly distributed.
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter, corn syrup, and vanilla extract. Stir continuously until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Coating
- Pour the melted butter mixture over the cereal and pecan combination. Stir gently but thoroughly until every piece is coated with the sweet mixture.
Baking
- Spread the mixture evenly onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Ensure it’s in a single layer for even baking.
- Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C) and bake the mixture for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes.
Finishing Touches
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow it to cool completely.
- Once cooled, sprinkle powdered sugar over the Chex Mix and toss gently to coat all pieces evenly.
- Transfer the snack into an airtight container for storage.
Notes
To keep the Chex Mix fresh, store in an airtight container. It can be refrigerated for up to 2 weeks or frozen in a freezer-safe container for longer storage.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10g
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