Chex School Fuel
Fuel your day with the ultimate snack mix: Chex School Fuel! This irresistible treat combines the light crunch of Rice Chex and Corn Chex cereals with salty mini pretzels, honey-roasted peanuts, and a sweet caramel coating that ties it all together. Baked to golden perfection for that extra crispiness, this easy-to-make recipe is punctuated with colorful chocolate candies for a fun, kid-approved finish. Ready in just 20 minutes, this snack mix is perfect for school lunchboxes, after-school munchies, or road trips. With its blend of sweet and salty flavors, Chex School Fuel is the ultimate crowd-pleasing snack for any occasion.
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Ingredients
- 4 cups Rice Chex cereal
- 4 cups Corn Chex cereal
- 2 cups Mini pretzels
- 1 cup Honey-roasted peanuts
- 1 cup Chocolate candies (e.g., M&M's)
- 1 cup Butter
- 1 cup Brown sugar
- 0.5 cup Light corn syrup
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the Rice Chex, Corn Chex, mini pretzels, and honey-roasted peanuts. Set aside.
Step 3
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in the brown sugar and light corn syrup until the mixture is smooth and comes to a gentle boil.
Step 4
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Step 5
Pour the warm mixture over the cereal and pretzel mix in the large bowl. Use a spatula to gently fold and coat everything evenly.
Step 6
Spread the coated mix in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet.
Step 7
Bake for 10 minutes, stirring halfway through to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
Step 8
Remove from the oven and let the mixture cool completely on the baking sheet. It will crisp up as it cools.
Step 9
Once cooled, transfer the mix back into a large bowl and gently fold in the chocolate candies.
Step 10
Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1505.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 6965.0 |
| Total Fat 324.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 147.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 19.5g | |
| Cholesterol 555.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 9190.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 924.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 36.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 403.8g | |
| Protein 85.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 675.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1683.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 80.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2230.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories