Sweet Temptations Snack Mix
Indulge your sweet tooth with this irresistible Sweet Temptations Snack Mix—a delightful blend of crunchy Chex cereal, salty mini pretzels, and honey-roasted peanuts, all coated in a rich, buttery caramel glaze. This oven-baked snack mix is elevated with bursts of colorful M&Ms and creamy white chocolate chips, creating the perfect balance of sweet and salty flavors. Ready in just 20 minutes, this crowd-pleasing recipe is perfect for holiday parties, movie nights, or gifting in festive jars. With its quick preparation, addictive crunch, and vibrant mix of textures, this make-ahead snack will become your go-to treat all year round!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Chex cereal (any variety)
- 2 cups Mini pretzels
- 1 cup Honey-roasted peanuts
- 1 cup M&Ms candies
- 1 cup White chocolate chips
- 4 tablespoons Butter
- 1 cup Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the Chex cereal, mini pretzels, and honey-roasted peanuts. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the brown sugar and salt, stirring until fully combined and smooth. Let the mixture come to a gentle boil and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Pour the caramel mixture over the cereal mix in the bowl. Gently toss the ingredients together until they are evenly coated.
Spread the coated mixture in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, stirring halfway through to prevent sticking or burning.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the mixture cool completely. As it cools, it will become crisp and crunchy.
Once the mix has cooled, transfer it back to the mixing bowl and add the M&Ms and white chocolate chips. Stir gently to combine.
Serve immediately or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5085 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 210.0 g | 269% | |
| Saturated Fat | 87.7 g | 438% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 15.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 172 mg | 57% | |
| Sodium | 8684 mg | 378% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 760.5 g | 277% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 36.4 g | 130% | |
| Total Sugars | 327.0 g | ||
| Protein | 82.7 g | 165% | |
| Vitamin D | 16.2 mcg | 81% | |
| Calcium | 1744 mg | 134% | |
| Iron | 52.6 mg | 292% | |
| Potassium | 2722 mg | 58% | |
*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.
