Description
Sweet, crunchy, and totally addictive—this Caramel Churro Chex Mix is the ultimate snack for cozy movie nights, holiday gatherings, or anytime you need something sweet and snackable. It brings together the cinnamon-sugar warmth of churros with a buttery caramel glaze that clings to every crunchy bite of cereal and pretzels. Perfect as a quick snack idea, holiday treat, or edible gift!
Ingredients
6 cups Rice Chex cereal
3 cups Corn Chex cereal
3 cups Cinnamon Chex cereal
2 cups mini pretzels
1 cup white chocolate chunks
1 cup unsalted butter
1 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup corn syrup
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/3 cup granulated sugar (for finishing)
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for finishing)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 300°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, combine Rice Chex, Corn Chex, Cinnamon Chex, mini pretzels, and white chocolate chunks. Set aside.
3. In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add brown sugar and corn syrup, stirring until combined.
4. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil and let simmer (without stirring) for 3 minutes.
5. Remove from heat and stir in 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon and baking soda. The mixture will foam.
6. Immediately pour caramel over cereal mix and gently fold with a spatula until fully coated.
7. Spread mixture evenly on prepared baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes, stirring halfway.
8. While warm, sprinkle with 1/3 cup granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon cinnamon. Toss to coat.
9. Let cool completely before serving or storing in an airtight container.
Notes
Use parchment paper for easy cleanup and even baking.
Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week at room temperature.
Customize with nuts or candy pieces for a festive twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: caramel chex mix, churro snack mix, holiday snack, sweet party mix