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Salted Caramel Pretzel Toffee Chex Mix

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This easy fall snack combines crispy Chex cereal, salty pretzels, crunchy toffee bits, and roasted cashews, all coated in a homemade salted caramel sauce. It’s a cozy, crowd-pleasing treat perfect for gatherings, gifting, or snacking on chilly afternoons.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups Rice Chex cereal
  • 3 cups mini pretzel twists
  • 1 cup roasted, salted cashews (or pecans/almonds)
  • 1 cup toffee baking bits (Heath Bits recommended)
  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 cup light corn syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon flaky sea salt
  • Optional: 1 cup candy-coated chocolates (M&M’s)
  • Optional: 1 cup dried cranberries
  • Optional: 1/2 cup white chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 275°F (135°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine Rice Chex, mini pretzel twists, roasted cashews, and toffee bits. Toss gently to mix.
  3. In a medium saucepan, melt unsalted butter over medium heat. Add light brown sugar and corn syrup, stirring constantly until the mixture begins to bubble (about 3–4 minutes). Lower heat and cook for 2 more minutes, stirring often.
  4. Remove pan from heat. Stir in vanilla extract and baking soda. The mixture will foam up and lighten.
  5. Immediately pour the hot caramel sauce over the Chex mixture in the bowl. Use a wooden spoon or spatula to gently toss until everything is evenly coated. Work quickly.
  6. Transfer the coated mixture to the prepared baking sheet and spread out as evenly as possible.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, stirring gently every 10 minutes.
  8. Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle flaky sea salt over the top. Let cool for at least 30 minutes, then break into clusters by hand.
  9. Once cool, transfer the mix to a bowl and toss in candy-coated chocolates, dried cranberries, or white chocolate chips if desired.
  10. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or enjoy right away.

Notes

For gluten-free, use gluten-free pretzels and Chex. For nut-free, substitute extra pretzels or sunflower seeds. Prep all ingredients before starting the caramel, as it sets quickly. Stir gently during baking for even coating and crisp texture. Let cool completely before breaking into clusters. Store in an airtight container for up to a week.

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Keywords: chex mix, caramel, pretzel, toffee, fall snack, party snack, easy snack, sweet and salty, holiday treat, autumn recipe

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