Cherry Almond Chex Mix
This Cherry Almond Chex Mix is a delightful blend of sweet and salty flavors, perfect for snacking any time!
Equipment
- Large Mixing Bowl
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper
- Small Saucepan
- Spatula
- Microwave-safe Bowl
Ingredients
For the Chex Mix:
- 6 cups vanilla Chex cereal
- 1 cup plain Cheerios
- 1.5 cups pretzels
- 0.5 cup sliced almonds
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons corn syrup
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon almond extract
- 0.67 cup dried tart cherries
- 2 oz white chocolate melted
Instructions
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C).
- Step 2: Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 3: In a large mixing bowl, combine the Chex cereal, Cheerios, pretzels, sliced almonds, and dried cherries. Toss gently.
- Step 4: In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat and mix in corn syrup, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and almond extract.
- Step 5: Pour the melted butter mixture over the dry ingredients and fold until evenly coated.
- Step 6: Spread the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and bake for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes.
- Step 7: Allow the mix to cool completely on the baking sheet.
- Step 8: Melt the white chocolate and drizzle it over the cooled Chex mix, allowing it to set before serving.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
- For a different flavor, use cranberries or raisins instead of cherries.
- Feel free to customize with your favorite nuts or seeds!