Cinnamon-Apple Chex Mix Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• STEP 2.In a large bowl, combine 4 cups of Chex cereal, 1 cup of dried apple slices, 1 cup of pretzel sticks, and 1 cup of mixed nuts.
• STEP 3.In a small saucepan, melt 1/4 cup of butter. Stir in 1/4 cup of brown sugar, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, and 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract until well combined.
• STEP 4.Pour the butter mixture over the cereal mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated.
• STEP 5.Spread the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and bake for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes.
• STEP 6.Remove from the oven and let cool completely before serving.
• STEP 7.Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

Cooking Tips

• Feel free to customize the mix by adding other ingredients like dried cranberries or white chocolate chips.
• For an extra burst of flavor, sprinkle some additional cinnamon sugar over the mix before baking.
• If you prefer a sweeter mix, you can increase the amount of brown sugar in the butter mixture.

Storage and Serving

• Once cooled, transfer the Cinnamon-Apple Chex Mix to an airtight container to maintain its freshness.
• Serve the mix in bowls or snack bags for easy portioning and sharing.
• This Chex Mix makes a great homemade gift for friends and family during the holiday season.