Caramel Crispix
Get ready to indulge in the ultimate sweet and crunchy snack with this irresistible Caramel Crispix recipe! Featuring the perfect balance of buttery caramel and crispy cereal, this crowd-pleasing treat is made with just six simple ingredients: Crispix cereal, unsalted butter, brown sugar, light corn syrup, baking soda, and a hint of vanilla extract. Baked to golden perfection, each bite delivers a delightful crunch coated in a rich caramel glaze that practically melts in your mouth. Perfect for family gatherings, movie nights, or holiday parties, this easy-to-make treat comes together in just over an hour and stores beautifully in an airtight container. Whether you're looking for a quick homemade snack or a giftable goodie, Caramel Crispix is sure to become your go-to recipe for caramel-coated bliss!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 cups Crispix cereal
- 1 cup Unsalted butter
- 2 cups Brown sugar
- 0.5 cup Light corn syrup
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C).
Place the Crispix cereal into a large roasting pan or an extra-large mixing bowl. Set it aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
Once melted, add the brown sugar and light corn syrup to the pan. Stir until the mixture is fully combined and smooth.
Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring constantly. Let it boil for 5 minutes while continuing to stir.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the baking soda and vanilla extract. The mixture will foam up slightly—this is normal.
Pour the hot caramel mixture evenly over the Crispix cereal in the roasting pan. Use a large spoon or spatula to gently toss and coat the cereal with the caramel.
Transfer the coated cereal to the oven and bake for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes to ensure all pieces are fully coated and evenly baked.
Once done, remove the pan from the oven and let the Caramel Crispix cool completely. The caramel will harden as it cools.
Break apart any large clusters and store the snack in an airtight container. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4913 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 108.0 g | 138% | |
| Saturated Fat | 56.0 g | 280% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 248 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 5304 mg | 231% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 973.5 g | 354% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.0 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 442.6 g | ||
| Protein | 48.8 g | 98% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 265 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 88.5 mg | 492% | |
| Potassium | 1139 mg | 24% | |
*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.
