Caramel Chex Mix

5 from 1 vote

Caramel Chex Mix is the perfect sweet and salty snack mix that the entire family will love. This crispy dessert will disappear in a blink of an eye.

Prep Time5

Cook Time4

Total Time9

Servings: Servings

Calories: 446kcal

Get out and measure your ingredients.
Prepare two large baking sheets by lining them with parchment paper. Set aside.
Place Chex cereal in a large bowl. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan, place corn syrup, salt, brown sugar, and butter over medium heat.
Stir often. Allow to boil for about 1 minute.
Remove from heat and add baking soda while stirring.
Pour caramel mixture over top of cereal. Stir until cereal is completely coated.
Stir until coated.
Stir in peanuts.
Make sure nuts are evenly distributed.
Spread caramel-covered cereal out between the two lined baking sheets.
Sprinkle M&Ms over top and allow to cool.
Break into small chunks and store in an air tight container.
Enjoy every bite!

Corn Syrup - use dark corn syrup in place of light if you need it.
Corn Flakes- use corn flakes in place of chex mix for a cluster style Chex Mix.
Chocolate Chips - switch out the M&M's for mini chocolate chips
Pretzels- Want to add a little salty flavor? Add in ½ cup of pretzel sticks to your Caramel Chex Mix.
Nuts - Use chopped pecans instead of peanuts or leave the nuts out all together.
Popcorn- Add one cup of popped popcorn to your Chex Mix for a caramel corn taste.

Are you looking for something sweet, yet easy? Check out our Brown Sugar Dessert Recipes!