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Sweet and Salty Chex Mix
Carolina Gomez

Sweet and Salty Chex Mix

This sweet and salty Chex Mix blends crunchy cereals, pretzels, and nuts in a rich glaze made from brown sugar, honey, and soy sauce, creating a perfect balance of flavors. Ideal for any occasion, it’s an easy-to-make treat that will have everyone coming back for more.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 3
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 227
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups Rice Chex
  • 2 cups Corn Chex
  • 2 cups Wheat Chex
  • 1 cup Mini Pretzels
  • ½ cup Brown Sugar
  • ¼ cup Honey
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter or coconut oil for dairy-free
  • 1 tbsp Soy Sauce
  • ½ tsp Garlic Salt
  • 1 cup Mixed Nuts almonds, cashews, or peanuts
  • Optional: ½ cup Cheez-It crackers
  • Optional: ½ tsp Cinnamon or Vanilla extract for added flavor

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Saucepan
  • Spatula or Large Spoon

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine Rice Chex, Corn Chex, Wheat Chex, and mini pretzels.
  3. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar and honey until the sugar dissolves completely.
  4. Mix in soy sauce and garlic salt to create the glaze.
  5. Pour the sweet glaze over the cereal mixture and toss thoroughly until everything is well-coated.
  6. Spread the mixture evenly onto a baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes to ensure even baking.
  8. Remove from the oven and let cool completely before serving.

Notes

Nutrition Facts (per ¾ cup serving):
  • Calories: 227
  • Total Fat: 13g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 13mg
  • Sodium: 560mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Sugars: 11g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g