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

Ingredients

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.