Watkins Chex Maple Party Mix
Get ready to elevate your snack game with Watkins Chex Maple Party Mix, a sweet and savory treat that's perfect for gatherings, game days, or anytime munching. Packed with the crunch of Corn Chex, Rice Chex, mini pretzel twists, and buttery pecans, this easy oven-baked mix is coated in a luscious maple glaze made with Watkins Maple Extract and brown sugar for an irresistible caramelized finish. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a satisfyingly crispy texture from baking, this crowd-pleaser offers a delightful blend of salty and sweet in every bite. Serve it fresh or store in an airtight container to enjoy all week long—ideal for holiday parties, movie nights, or edible gifting.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Corn Chex cereal
- 4 cups Rice Chex cereal
- 2 cups Mini pretzel twists
- 1 cup Pecans
- 1 cup Butter
- 0.75 cup Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Watkins Maple Extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C).
In a large mixing bowl, combine the Corn Chex, Rice Chex, pretzels, and pecans. Set aside.
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Stir in the brown sugar, Watkins Maple Extract, and salt. Cook while stirring frequently until the mixture is fully combined and just begins to bubble, about 2 minutes.
Pour the maple mixture evenly over the Chex mixture in the large bowl.
Gently toss the mixture with a rubber spatula until all the dry ingredients are well coated.
Spread the mix evenly onto a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes to ensure even coating and crispness.
Remove from the oven and let the mix cool completely on the baking sheet. The coating will harden as it cools.
Once cooled, break into bite-sized pieces and serve, or store in an airtight container for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5161 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 266.5 g | 342% | |
| Saturated Fat | 108.3 g | 542% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 27.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 526 mg | 175% | |
| Sodium | 9068 mg | 394% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 625.6 g | 227% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.3 g | 108% | |
| Total Sugars | 145.1 g | ||
| Protein | 52.4 g | 105% | |
| Vitamin D | 16.9 mcg | 84% | |
| Calcium | 1534 mg | 118% | |
| Iron | 77.8 mg | 432% | |
| Potassium | 1326 mg | 28% | |
*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.
