Folks can't get enough of this irresistible snack mix. A slightly sweet vanilla coating is the perfect match for the blend of mini pretzels, crispy cereal and salted nuts. It's a real crowd-pleaser.
—Juanita Carlsen of North Bend, Oregon
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VERIFIED BY Taste of Home Test Kitchen
- 2 cups Multi-Bran Chex
- 2 cups Corn Chex
- 2 cups Cheerios
- 2 cups miniature pretzels
- 1 cup salted mixed nuts
- 1/3 cup butter, cubed
- 1/3 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup light corn syrup
- 2 to 3 teaspoons butter flavoring
- 1-1/2 teaspoons salt
- 2 tablespoons vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the cereals, pretzels and nuts; set aside. In a large saucepan, combine the butter, brown sugar, corn syrup, butter flavoring and salt. Bring to a boil. Boil, uncovered, for 5 minutes.
- In a small bowl, combine vanilla and baking soda. Remove brown sugar syrup from the heat; stir in vanilla mixture (syrup will foam). Pour over cereal mixture and toss to coat.
- Microwave, uncovered, on high for 2 minutes; stir. Microwave 2-3 minutes longer; stir. Microwave at 50% power for 2-3 minutes, stirring after 2 minutes. Cool for 3 minutes, stirring well several times. Spread onto waxed paper to cool. Yield: 8-1/2 cups.
Editor's Note: This recipe was tested in a 1,100-watt microwave.
Originally published as Cereal Crunchies in Light & Tasty
December/January 2003, p37
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Reviewed Dec. 22, 2014
"My family loves this recipe. I make sure to stir after every 2 minutes while cooking in the microwave. No burnt taste! It works for me!"
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Reviewed Jul. 23, 2012
"It tastes burnt. I do not like this recipe."
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Reviewed Mar. 22, 2011
"Looks so good, but with 446mg soduim and 23g carbs in 1/2 cup isn't in my diet."
