Crispix Sweet Minglers
Dive into the irresistible world of **Crispix Sweet Minglers**, a delightful medley of crunchy Crispix cereal and buttery pecans, all wrapped in a luscious homemade caramel coating. Perfectly baked to golden perfection, this sweet and salty treat is a crowd-pleaser for any occasion. With a quick prep time of just 10 minutes, this recipe features pantry-staple ingredients like brown sugar, light corn syrup, and vanilla extract, making it a cinch to whip up at home. The real magic happens in the oven as the caramel creates a delectably crisp texture that’s impossible to resist. Ideal for gifting, snacking, or sharing at parties, this snack mix doubles as a make-ahead recipe, staying fresh for up to a week in an airtight container. Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply treating yourself, these **sweet minglers** bring bold flavor and crunch to every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Crispix cereal
- 1.5 cups pecan halves
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup light corn syrup
- 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C).
In a large mixing bowl, combine the Crispix cereal and pecan halves. Set aside.
In a medium-sized saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the light corn syrup and brown sugar to the melted butter, and stir until well combined.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring constantly, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Let it simmer for 5 minutes without stirring.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and baking soda. The mixture will bubble slightly; stir until smooth.
Pour the caramel mixture over the cereal and pecans in the mixing bowl. Use a spatula to gently stir until everything is evenly coated.
Transfer the coated cereal and pecans to a large, rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Spread the mixture into an even layer, then bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes to ensure even coating.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the mixture cool completely on the tray. The caramel will harden as it cools.
Once cooled, break the Sweet Minglers into bite-sized clumps and store in an airtight container for up to a week.
Serve and enjoy this sweet and crunchy treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4568 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 224.4 g | 288% | |
| Saturated Fat | 66.8 g | 334% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 248 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 3009 mg | 131% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 645.9 g | 235% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.2 g | 79% | |
| Total Sugars | 361.9 g | ||
| Protein | 40.6 g | 81% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 341 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 49.1 mg | 273% | |
| Potassium | 1404 mg | 30% | |
*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.
