Best Candied Cereal Mix Recipes

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CANDIED CEREAL MIX



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"This is a favorite treat at our house," says Lisa Elliott of West Plains, Missouri. "It's so easy to make and convenient for snacking on the go."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 45m

Yield about 3 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup corn syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
6 cups rice chex
6 cups corn chex

Steps:

  • In a microwave-safe bowl, combine brown sugar, butter and corn syrup. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 2-1/2 minutes or until sugar is dissolved and corn syrup is bubbly, stirring frequently. Stir in vanilla and baking soda; microwave 20 seconds longer or until the mixture begins to foam. , In a large bowl, combine the cereals. Add syrup mixture and toss to coat. Transfer to two greased 15x10x1-in. baking pans. Bake, uncovered, at 300° for 30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes. Remove to waxed paper to cool. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 207 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 324mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

CHRISTMAS CHEX™ PARTY MIX



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A sweet holiday snack mix finished with a dusting of powdered sugar and inspired by a winter snow day. Chex™ cereal, marshmallows and pretzel twists are coated in vanilla almond bark and sprinkles and tossed with holiday-colored chocolate candies.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Snack

Time 35m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 cups Rice Chex™ or Corn Chex™ cereal
2 cups miniature marshmallows (from 10.5-oz bag)
1 cup mini pretzel twists (from 16-oz bag)
15 oz vanilla candy coating (almond bark) (about 9 cubes from 20-oz package)
3 tablespoons holiday-colored sprinkles or nonpareils
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1 cup holiday-colored candy-coated chocolate candies

Steps:

  • Line large rimmed cookie sheet with waxed paper. In large bowl, mix cereal, marshmallows and pretzels.
  • In medium microwavable bowl, microwave candy coating uncovered on High 60 to 90 seconds, stirring after 1 minute, until almost melted. Stir until smooth. Pour onto cereal mixture; mix well.
  • Spread on cookie sheet; sprinkle with holiday sprinkles, and cool completely, about 15 minutes. Break into bite-size pieces.
  • In 2-quart resealable food-storage plastic bag, add coated cereal pieces and powdered sugar. Seal bag; shake to coat. Remove from bag; discard any remaining powdered sugar.
  • In large serving bowl, mix coated cereal mixture and chocolate candies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190, Carbohydrate 27 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 100 mg, Sugar 19 g, TransFat 0 g

CANDY CEREAL TREATS



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These scrumptious bars travel well and are loved by kids of all ages. - Janet Shearer, Jackson, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 cup butter, softened
2/3 cup packed brown sugar
2 egg yolks
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
3 cups miniature marshmallows
TOPPING:
2/3 cup corn syrup
1/4 cup butter, softened
1 package (10 ounces) peanut butter chips
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups crisp rice cereal
1 cup salted peanuts
1 cup milk chocolate M&M's

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg yolks and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder, salt and baking soda; gradually add to the creamed mixture until mixture resembles coarse crumbs (do not overmix)., Press into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 12-14 minutes or until golden brown. Immediately sprinkle with marshmallows; bake 2-3 minutes longer or until marshmallows are puffed. Cool on a wire rack., For topping, in a large saucepan, combine the corn syrup, butter and peanut butter chips. Cook and stir over medium heat until chips are melted and mixture is smooth. Remove from the heat; stir in the vanilla, cereal, nuts and M&M's. Spread over crust. Cool before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 298 calories, Fat 15g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 228mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

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