Sweet Salty Crispix Mix
Sweet meets salty in this irresistible Sweet Salty Crispix Mix, a crowd-pleasing snack perfect for parties, road trips, or cozy nights at home. Packed with Crunchy Crispix cereal, mini pretzels, and buttery pecans, this treat is coated in a luscious homemade caramel made from butter, brown sugar, and a hint of light corn syrup. The finishing touch? A dash of baking soda for a light, airy texture in the caramel coating. Baked to golden perfection, this sweet and savory mix boasts a satisfying crunch in every bite. Ready in just 30 minutes and easily stored for up to a week, it’s the ultimate make-ahead snack that will have everyone coming back for more. Whether you’re looking for a game-day treat or a sweet gift idea, this addictive recipe is a guaranteed hit!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Crispix cereal
- 2 cups Mini pretzels
- 1 cup Pecans
- 1 cup Butter
- 1 cup Brown sugar
- 0.25 cup Light corn syrup
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the Crispix cereal, mini pretzels, and pecans. Gently toss to mix evenly.
In a medium-sized saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the brown sugar, light corn syrup, and salt until well combined.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil and let it cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and quickly stir in the baking soda. The mixture will foam slightly as it combines.
Pour the caramel mixture evenly over the cereal mixture in the large bowl. Use a spatula or large spoon to gently toss and coat everything evenly.
Spread the coated mixture onto the prepared baking sheet in an even layer.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Remove the tray, stir the mixture, and bake for another 5 minutes.
Allow the mix to cool completely on the baking sheet. As it cools, the caramel will harden to create a crispy texture.
Once cooled, break the mix into bite-sized pieces and store in an airtight container for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5498 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 272.1 g | 349% | |
| Saturated Fat | 108.3 g | 542% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 27.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 526 mg | 175% | |
| Sodium | 9812 mg | 427% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 730.5 g | 266% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.6 g | 91% | |
| Total Sugars | 236.3 g | ||
| Protein | 55.1 g | 110% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 337 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 58.9 mg | 327% | |
| Potassium | 1414 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.
