Crunchy Almond Chex Snack Mix
This irresistible Crunchy Almond Chex Snack Mix features a delightful blend of toasted Rice Chex, sliced almonds, and a sweet caramelized coating. The perfect balance of crunch, sweetness, and nutty flavor makes this snack mix utterly addictive.
Instructions
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1
Preheat oven to 300°F. In a large bowl, combine the Rice Chex cereal and sliced almonds. Set aside.
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2
In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, corn syrup, and butter. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until it reaches the hard-ball stage (250°F to 266°F) on a candy thermometer.
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Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the almond extract. Immediately pour the hot caramel mixture over the cereal and almonds, and stir until well coated.
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4
Spread the coated mixture onto two baking sheets lined with parchment paper. Bake for 20 minutes, stirring halfway, until the coating is golden and caramelized.
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5
Remove the baking sheets from the oven and let the snack mix cool completely. Once cooled, break apart any clumps and store the Crunchy Almond Chex Snack Mix in an airtight container.
Nutrition Information
Per serving (based on 12 servings)
Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should be considered an estimate.
