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Cozy Sweet & Salty Fall Chex Mix with Candy Corn

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This quick and easy snack mix combines crispy Chex cereal, salty pretzels, and buttery coating with candy corn and pumpkins for the perfect sweet and salty fall treat. It’s a crowd-pleaser that comes together in under 20 minutes of prep.

Ingredients

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  • 9 cups Chex cereal (mix of Corn and Rice Chex)
  • 3 cups pretzel twists
  • 1 cup salted peanuts (optional)
  • 1 cup candy corn
  • 1 cup candy pumpkins (Autumn Mix)
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar (light or dark)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt (if using unsalted butter)
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 250°F (120°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine 9 cups Chex cereal, 3 cups pretzels, and 1 cup peanuts (if using). Toss gently.
  3. In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, melt 6 tablespoons unsalted butter. Whisk in 2 tablespoons brown sugar until dissolved. Remove from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1/2 teaspoon salt (if using), and 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon.
  4. Slowly drizzle the warm butter mixture over the cereal mixture while tossing continuously until evenly coated.
  5. Spread the coated mixture onto the prepared baking sheet in an even layer. Bake at 250°F (120°C) for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes, until lightly golden and dry.
  6. Remove from oven and let cool completely on the baking sheet for at least 30 minutes.
  7. Once cool, transfer to a large bowl and gently fold in 1 cup candy corn and 1 cup candy pumpkins.
  8. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container.

Notes

Don’t add candy corn until the mix is completely cool to prevent melting. Stir every 15 minutes during baking for even toasting. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks. For a crunchier texture, re-crisp in a 250°F oven for 10 minutes.

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Keywords: fall Chex mix, candy corn, sweet and salty, snack mix, Halloween, party mix, easy snack

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