Chipotle Caramel Chex Mix
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Chipotle Caramel Chex Mix
Description
The Chipotle Caramel Chex Mix is made by coating a blend of rice and corn Chex cereals, mini pretzels, peanuts, and cashews with a warm caramel mixture infused with chipotle pepper seasoning and smoked paprika. The caramel is prepared by melting butter with corn syrup, brown sugar, and spices, creating a sticky, flavorful glaze that adheres well to the snack pieces.
The coated mixture is spread on baking sheets and baked at a low temperature of 275°F, with frequent stirring every 15 minutes to ensure even caramel coating and to prevent clumping. After baking, tossing the mix every 10 minutes as it cools helps keep pieces separated. The resulting snack offers a balance of smoky warmth from the chipotle and paprika with sweet caramel and salty crunch from the cereals and nuts.
This mix is suitable for parties, movie nights, or anytime one wants a sweet-spicy crunchy snack. It can be stored in an airtight container or ziplock bag to maintain its texture.
The recipe yields a large batch, so it's practical for sharing or storing.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter unsalted
- 3/4 cup corn syrup
- 1 cup brown sugar packed
- 1/2 teaspoon chipotle pepper seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 4 cups rice chex cereal
- 4 cups corn chex cereal
- 2 cups pretzels mini
- 1 cup peanuts
- 1 cup cashews
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 275 degrees F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Place the butter, corn syrup, sugar, chipotle pepper and smoked paprika in a microwave safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second incredible, stirring after each, until the butter is melted and the mixture combines. Stir it well so it looks caramely.
- Place the chex cereal, pretzels, peanuts and cashews in a large bowl. Pour the caramel mixture over top and toss well to combine, even using your hands if needed. You want ALL pieces coated!
- Spread the chex on two baking sheets evenly. Bake for 60 minutes, tossing well every 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and toss the mixture every 10 minutes or so until it cools so it doesn't all clump together. Store in a ziplock bag or sealed container.
Notes
- This recipe makes a large quantity, great for sharing or storing.
- Frequent stirring during baking ensures even coating and prevents clumping of the mix.
- After baking, continue tossing the mix as it cools to maintain separation of pieces.
- Store in a sealed container or ziplock bag to keep the mix fresh and crunchy.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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