Addicting Toffee Chex Mix (Crispy Caramel Brittle)
If you’re in search of a delightful treat that combines crispy textures with sweet flavors, look no further than this Addicting Toffee Chex Mix (Crispy Caramel Brittle). With its irresistible combination of crunchy cereal and rich toffee coating, this snack is perfect for any occasion, from casual movie nights to festive gatherings. It’s easy to make, requires minimal prep time, and can be stored for a week—ideal for snacking or sharing as a thoughtful gift. Your family and friends will rave about this delicious mix that’s both simple and satisfying!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8–9 cups Chex cereal (Rice Chex or a mix of Rice & Corn)
- 1 1/2 cups nuts (pecan halves or walnuts)
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 1/2 cups packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp fine salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C) and line large baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large heatproof bowl, combine Chex cereal and nuts.
- In a saucepan, melt butter with brown sugar and corn syrup over medium-high heat, stirring until smooth. Boil for five minutes without stirring.
- Remove from heat and whisk in vanilla extract, salt, and baking soda; pour the foaming mixture over the cereal and nuts.
- Quickly fold the mixture until everything is evenly coated, then spread on prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for about 45–60 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes until dry and light.
- Cool completely before breaking into pieces and store in an airtight container.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 oz (28g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg