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Crispy Toffee Chex Mix Recipe – Easy Homemade Snack with Pecans & Chocolate Chunks

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This crispy toffee Chex Mix combines crunchy cereal, toasted pecans, pretzels, and pockets of melty chocolate, all coated in a buttery toffee glaze. It’s an easy, crowd-pleasing snack perfect for parties, gifting, or cozy nights in.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups Rice Chex cereal
  • 3 cups Corn Chex cereal
  • 2 cups pretzel twists
  • 1 cup pecan halves
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup light corn syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups chocolate chunks or chips (semisweet or dark)
  • Optional: 1/2 cup toffee bits

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 250°F (120°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine Rice Chex, Corn Chex, pretzel twists, and pecan halves. Toss gently until evenly distributed.
  3. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt unsalted butter. Add brown sugar and corn syrup, whisking until smooth. Bring to a gentle boil, stirring constantly for 2-3 minutes until the glaze bubbles and thickens slightly.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in kosher salt and vanilla extract.
  5. Immediately pour the hot toffee glaze over the Chex mixture. Toss gently with a wooden spoon or spatula to coat evenly.
  6. Transfer the coated mixture to the prepared baking sheet and spread in an even layer.
  7. Bake for 40 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes to ensure even baking.
  8. Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Sprinkle chocolate chunks or chips (and optional toffee bits) over the warm mix.
  9. Allow Chex mix to cool completely on the tray for at least 30 minutes. Break into clusters or pieces.
  10. Transfer to an airtight container for storage. Serve at room temperature.

Notes

Measure all ingredients before starting for efficiency. Stir the mix every 10 minutes while baking for even crispness. Use parchment paper or a silicone mat for easy cleanup. For gluten-free, use gluten-free pretzels and check cereal labels. To refresh crunch, reheat briefly in a low oven.

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