MAPLE-PECAN SNACK MIX

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"This is perfect when I need something healthy and portable for my kids to put in a bag to eat on the go. We love blueberry pancakes, and this recipe incorporates some of that great flavor in a handy, healthy treat." Jackie Gregston, Hallsville, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 9 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

5 cups Honey Nut Chex
1 cup granola without raisins
1 cup chopped pecans, toasted
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup maple syrup
1 package (3-1/2 ounces) dried blueberries
3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips, optional

Steps:

In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the cereal, granola and pecans; set aside. In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine the butter, brown sugar and syrup. Microwave on high for 2 minutes, stirring once. Pour over cereal mixture; toss to coat., Microwave on high for 4 minutes, stirring every minute. Spread onto waxed paper; cool for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with blueberries and chocolate chips. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 323 calories, Fat 16g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 158mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein.