Cranberry Orange Chex Mix
Get ready to elevate your snack game with this irresistible Cranberry Orange Chex Mix—a festive twist on a classic favorite! This recipe combines the crunchy goodness of Rice and Corn Chex cereal, salty pretzel twists, and buttery cashews with the sweet, tangy flavors of dried cranberries and a luscious orange-butter glaze infused with fresh orange zest, cinnamon, and vanilla. To top it all off, creamy white chocolate chips add a decadent touch. Quick and easy to prepare in just 20 minutes, this oven-baked treat is perfect for holiday gatherings, gift giving, or satisfying your everyday snack cravings. With its vibrant citrusy notes and warm spices, this Cranberry Orange Chex Mix will be a hit for any occasion!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Rice Chex cereal
- 4 cups Corn Chex cereal
- 2 cups Pretzel twists
- 1 cup Cashews
- 1 cup Dried cranberries
- 1 cup White chocolate chips
- 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Orange zest
- 3 tablespoons Orange juice
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the Rice Chex cereal, Corn Chex cereal, pretzel twists, and cashews. Set aside.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Stir in the brown sugar, orange zest, orange juice, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Cook until the mixture bubbles and thickens slightly, about 2-3 minutes.
Pour the warm orange-butter mixture over the dry ingredients in the mixing bowl. Toss gently with a spatula to coat everything evenly.
Spread the coated mix onto the prepared baking sheet in an even layer.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even toasting.
Remove the tray from the oven and let the mix cool completely on the baking sheet.
Once cooled, stir in the dried cranberries and white chocolate chips.
Transfer the Cranberry Orange Chex Mix to an airtight container for storage, or serve immediately to enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6076 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 220.0 g | 282% | |
| Saturated Fat | 101.9 g | 510% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 226 mg | 75% | |
| Sodium | 6605 mg | 287% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 954.5 g | 347% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 38.0 g | 136% | |
| Total Sugars | 409.3 g | ||
| Protein | 89.5 g | 179% | |
| Vitamin D | 21.3 mcg | 107% | |
| Calcium | 2268 mg | 174% | |
| Iron | 112.3 mg | 624% | |
| Potassium | 2903 mg | 62% | |
*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.
