Description
A cozy, sweet and salty snack mix featuring corn and rice Chex, pretzels, and white chocolate coated in warm fall spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. It requires only 5 minutes of prep and bakes to a perfect crunch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups Corn Chex
- 2 cups Rice Chex
- 1 cup Pretzel Sticks (lightly salted)
- 1.5 cups White Chocolate Chips
- 3 tbsp Unsalted Butter
- 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp Nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp Fine Sea Salt
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 1/2 cup Dried Cranberries (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 200°F (95°C). Line two half-sheet baking pans with paper towels or parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the corn Chex, rice Chex, pretzel sticks, and dried cranberries (if using). Toss to distribute evenly.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the butter, white chocolate chips, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and vanilla extract.
- Microwave on high for 30 seconds, stir, then continue in 15-second intervals until mostly melted. Stir vigorously until smooth.
- Pour the warm chocolate mixture over the cereal base. Gently fold with a spatula until every piece is coated. Add more butter or cereal if needed to adjust consistency.
- Spread the mixture evenly onto the prepared baking sheets in a single layer.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes to ensure even cooking and prevent burning.
- Remove from oven when cereal is golden and chocolate is shiny. Let cool completely on the pans until the chocolate hardens.
- Break into clusters or leave as loose pieces. Store in an airtight container.
Notes
White chocolate burns easily, so monitor the oven closely and stir frequently. For extra crunch, freeze the mix for 10 minutes after baking. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks. Do not refrigerate as it causes the chocolate to sweat.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 9
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 22
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 2
Keywords: fall snack, chex mix, white chocolate, easy recipe, gluten-free snack, holiday gift, sweet and salty, autumn baking