Caramel, Peanut ‘n Popcorn Snack Mix

This sweet and salty Chex™ mix from Proud Sponsor General Mills combines crunchy Honey Nut Chex, kettle corn, and peanuts, all coated in a rich caramel glaze. Finished with colorful candy-coated chocolates, it’s a fun and festive snack that’s perfect for parties, movie nights, or edible gifting.

Caramel, Peanut ‘n Popcorn Snack Mix

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• Author: Meghan Donnelly
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 20 minutes
• Yield: 10 cups

Ingredients

• 4 cups Honey Nut Chex Cereal
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1 tbsp water
• 1/8 tsp baking soda
• 4 cups kettle corn
• 1 cup peanuts
• 1 cup gluten-free candy-coated chocolate candies

Instructions

1. In large microwavable bowl, measure cereal; set aside. Line large rimmed baking sheet with cooking parchment paper.
2. In 2-cup microwavable measuring cup, microwave granulated sugar, brown sugar, butter and water uncovered on High 1 to 1 1/2 minutes, stirring after 1 minute, until melted and smooth. Stir in baking soda until dissolved. Pour over cereal, stirring until evenly coated.
3. Microwave cereal mixture uncovered on High 3 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds. Spread on baking sheet. Cool 15 minutes.
4. In large serving bowl, mix cereal mixture, kettle corn, peanuts and candies. Store in covered container.