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A colorful bowl of golden brown Chex Mix coated with glossy caramel and drizzled with rich chocolate, topped with crushed toffee pieces, served on a rustic wooden table with scattered toffee bits and a sprinkle of sea salt, evoking a tempting sweet and salty snack appeal.

Sweet and Salty Toffee Chex Mix Delight

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A delightful homemade Chex Mix coated with caramel, drizzled with chocolate, and topped with crunchy toffee bits, offering the perfect balance of sweet, salty, and crispy textures.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8 cups

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups Rice Chex cereal
  • 1 cup caramel bits or soft caramel squares
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup crushed toffee pieces
  • 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • Sea salt for sprinkling

Instructions

  1. In a large saucepan, melt butter, caramel bits, and brown sugar over medium heat, stirring constantly until smooth and bubbly. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla.
  2. Add the Chex cereal to the caramel mixture, gently tossing to coat evenly.
  3. Spread the coated Chex onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  4. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Drizzle over the coated Chex and sprinkle crushed toffee on top.
  5. Slightly sprinkle sea salt over the mix for added flavor.
  6. Let it cool and set at room temperature for about 30 minutes before breaking into clusters and serving.

Notes

  • Ensure toffee is crushed into small pieces for even distribution.
  • You can substitute dark chocolate or white chocolate for variety.
  • Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week to keep freshness.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop and baking sheet
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 250 Kcal
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: Thirty-five grams
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg