Best Sweet Chex Crunch Recipes

SWEET CHEX CRUNCH

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I love just about every variety of Chex Mix, but this sweet version is my favorite. The recipe came to me from Ohio, via my sister, Jenny. I made it & took it to school where it was an instant hit. It's still making the rounds. =^..^=

Provided by Fran Miller

Categories Nuts

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

6 c rice chex
6 c thin pretzels
1 c pecan halves, or whatever nut you like
1 c brown sugar, packed
1/4 c light karo syrup
1 stick butter or margarine (1/2 cup)
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 tsp baking soda

Steps:

1. Set out two silicone baking sheets (or cover metal cookie sheets with waxed paper).
2. In a large microwave-safe bowl, mix together the Rice Chex, pretzels, and nuts. Set aside.
3. In a smaller microwave-safe bowl (I use my 4 cup glass measuring cup), put in the butter, brown sugar, and corn syrup. Microwave for 1 minute, then quickly stir. Microwave for 2 to 2 1/2 minutes more. Remove from microwave.
4. Stir in vanilla extract and baking soda, mixing well.
5. Pour over the Rice Chex mixture. Toss well & place bowl into the microwave. Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring twice.
6. Quickly spread on prepared baking sheets & let cool. Break larger pieces. Store in an airtight container.
7. Place chex mix in decorative tins for a quick & delicious holiday gift.
8. NOTE: I've found that the longer microwave times work best for me or the chex mix is sticky. But please experiment with the cooking times since your microwave is different than mine. If the mixture is darkening, take it out. =^..^=

SWEET 'N' SALTY PARTY MIX

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These crunchy munchies are sure to rank high with your family and friends. The combination of flavors gets this sweet and salty chex mix recipe just right. -Candice Lumley, Charles City, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Snacks

Time 1h25m

Yield about 10 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 package (12 ounces) Corn Chex
1 package (10 ounces) Cheerios
1 package (10 ounces) Honeycomb cereal
1 package (10 ounces) pretzel sticks
1-3/4 cups sugar
1-1/2 cups canola oil
1-1/4 cups butter, melted
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons garlic salt

Steps:

Preheat oven to 275°. In a very large bowl, combine cereals and pretzels. In another bowl, mix the remaining ingredients until sugar is dissolved. Pour over cereal mixture; toss to coat. , Transfer to a large roasting pan. Bake, uncovered, 1-1/4 hours or until cereal is crisp, stirring every 15 minutes. Cool completely. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227 calories, Fat 13g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 560mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.