Caramel Crispex Mix
Get ready to elevate your snack game with this irresistible Caramel Crispex Mix, a perfect blend of sweet, salty, and crunchy goodness! This easy-to-make recipe starts with a base of crispy Crispex cereal and optional mixed nuts, all coated in a rich homemade caramel sauce made from melted butter, brown sugar, and light corn syrup. The secret to its delectable texture lies in baking the mixture low and slow at 250°F, ensuring every piece is evenly coated and crunchy. Perfect for parties, holiday gatherings, or movie nights, this caramel snack mix is a crowd-pleasing treat that stores beautifully for up to a week. Whether you’re preparing a festive treat or simply satisfying your sweet tooth, this Caramel Crispex Mix is guaranteed to delight!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 cups Crispex cereal
- 2 cups Mixed nuts (optional)
- 1 cup Unsalted butter
- 2 cups Light brown sugar
- 0.5 cup Light corn syrup
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
In a very large mixing bowl, combine the Crispex cereal and mixed nuts, if using. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, stir in the brown sugar, light corn syrup, and salt. Continue stirring until the mixture starts to bubble.
Let the caramel mixture boil gently for 5 minutes without stirring. Remove the saucepan from heat and quickly stir in the vanilla extract and baking soda. The mixture will foam slightly.
Immediately pour the hot caramel over the cereal and nuts in the mixing bowl. Use a spatula to gently toss and coat the cereal evenly with the caramel.
Spread the coated cereal mixture onto the prepared baking sheet in an even layer.
Bake the mixture in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes to ensure even coating.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the mixture cool completely. It will crisp up as it cools.
Once cooled, break the mix into bite-sized clusters and store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
Serve as a snack or party treat and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
8217 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 364.4 g | 467% | |
| Saturated Fat | 90.2 g | 451% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 248 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 5913 mg | 257% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1191.9 g | 433% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 46.2 g | 165% | |
| Total Sugars | 578.4 g | ||
| Protein | 134.3 g | 269% | |
| Vitamin D | 24.0 mcg | 120% | |
| Calcium | 616 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 212.5 mg | 1181% | |
| Potassium | 4672 mg | 99% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
