Chex Party Mix Maple Nut Con Queso and Caramel Crunch Mix
Get ready to wow your taste buds with this irresistible Chex Party Mix Maple Nut Con Queso and Caramel Crunch Mix—a sweet and savory masterpiece perfect for any gathering! This elevated twist on the classic party mix combines crunchy Rice and Corn Chex, mini pretzels, and roasted mixed nuts, all coated in a warm, buttery maple glaze kissed with brown sugar and vanilla. What sets this snack mix apart is the unexpected yet delightful drizzle of creamy queso dip and luscious caramel sauce, finished with a dusting of powdered sugar for a sweet crunch in every bite. Perfect as a crowd-pleasing snack for game days, holiday parties, or movie nights, this unique recipe offers a luxurious blend of flavors and textures that will keep everyone coming back for more. Easy to make in just under an hour, this sweet-and-salty treat is the ultimate conversation starter!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Rice Chex cereal
- 4 cups Corn Chex cereal
- 2 cups Mini pretzel twists
- 1 cup Roasted mixed nuts
- 1.5 sticks Unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup Real maple syrup
- 0.25 cup Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Queso dip (mild or medium)
- 0.25 cup Caramel sauce
- 0.5 cup Powdered sugar
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 275°F (135°C).
In a large mixing bowl, combine the Rice Chex, Corn Chex, pretzels, and mixed nuts. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Once melted, stir in the maple syrup, brown sugar, and salt. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the mixture begins to bubble and thicken.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Pour the maple syrup mixture over the cereal mixture in the large bowl. Use a spatula to gently toss and coat the ingredients evenly.
Spread the mixture evenly onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the cereal is golden and slightly caramelized. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely.
Once the mixture is cool, drizzle the queso dip and caramel sauce evenly over the top. Toss gently to distribute.
Sprinkle the powdered sugar over the mix, tossing again to lightly coat the pieces.
Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5492 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 248.2 g | 318% | |
| Saturated Fat | 104.3 g | 522% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 429 mg | 143% | |
| Sodium | 9565 mg | 416% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 754.5 g | 274% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.7 g | 102% | |
| Total Sugars | 246.5 g | ||
| Protein | 73.3 g | 147% | |
| Vitamin D | 16.1 mcg | 80% | |
| Calcium | 1943 mg | 149% | |
| Iron | 82.5 mg | 458% | |
| Potassium | 2097 mg | 45% | |
*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.
