Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks, 0.5 pound)
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar (0.25 pound)
- 1 cup granulated sugar (0.2 pound)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 7 cups Chex cereal (12.6 ounces)
- 2 cups roasted peanuts (8 ounces)
- 2 cups pretzel sticks (6 ounces)
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
5 minutes
Difficulty Level:
1 (Simple)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Whisk in the brown sugar and granulated sugar.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring constantly.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, or until the sugar has dissolved and the mixture is thickened.
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Pour the caramel mixture over the prepared popcorn.
- Sprinkle with baking soda and stir.
- Add the Chex cereal, peanuts, and pretzel sticks.
- Stir to combine.
- Spread the snack mix evenly on the prepared baking sheet and let cool completely.
- Break into clusters and serve.
Nutritional Information:
- Serving size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 10 grams
- Saturated fat: 5 grams
- Cholesterol: 15 milligrams
- Sodium: 120 milligrams
- Carbohydrates: 35 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Sugar: 25 grams
- Protein: 4 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Sweet and salty
- Crunchy and chewy
- Perfect for parties and gatherings
User Comments:
- "This snack mix is so addicting! I can't stop eating it."
- "It's the perfect balance of sweet and salty."
- "My kids love this snack mix. It's a great way to get them to eat their veggies."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be careful not to overcook the caramel mixture. If it is overcooked, it will become too hard.
- Use a large saucepan to avoid splattering.
- Line the baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent the snack mix from sticking.
- Break the snack mix into clusters before serving.
- Store the snack mix in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
