Description
Cardamom Chex Mix is a delightful blend of warm spices and sweet crunch, perfect for any gathering. This quick and easy snack combines the unique flavors of cardamom with crispy Chex cereal, creating a treat that?s both comforting and festive. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this irresistible mix that?s great for sharing during movie nights or as a thoughtful gift.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups Chex cereal (2 cups rice Chex, 2 cups corn Chex)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cardamom
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup mixed nuts (almonds or cashews, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350?F (175?C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a saucepan over low heat, melt the unsalted butter. Stir in sugar, cardamom, and salt until fully combined.
- In a large bowl, add the Chex cereals and pour the butter mixture over them. Mix gently until evenly coated.
- Spread the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. If using nuts, sprinkle them on top.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, stirring halfway through until golden brown.
- Allow to cool completely before breaking into pieces.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg