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Halloween Chex Mix

Halloween Chex Mix

Halloween Chex Mix is a festive and crunchy snack perfect for spooky celebrations, combining a delightful mix of cereals, nuts, and seasonal candy with a savory-sweet coating.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups Rice Chex cereal
  • 3 cups Corn Chex cereal
  • 1 cup mixed nuts
  • 1 cup pretzel sticks
  • 1/2 cup candy corn
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons light corn syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Colored Halloween sprinkles (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 250°F (120°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine Rice Chex, Corn Chex, mixed nuts, pretzel sticks, and candy corn.
  3. In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar, corn syrup, vanilla extract, salt, and cinnamon until smooth and slightly bubbly.
  4. Pour the butter mixture over the cereal mixture, stirring gently to coat evenly.
  5. Spread the mixture onto a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  6. Bake for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes to ensure even coating.
  7. Remove from oven and let cool completely on the baking sheet.
  8. Once cooled, add colored Halloween sprinkles if desired and toss gently.
  9. Store in an airtight container until ready to serve.

Notes

For extra crunch, toast the nuts beforehand or add a handful of candy-coated chocolates for more festive color and sweetness.