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Flavorful Sweet Stadium Snack Mix

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A nostalgic, sweet and salty snack mix with caramel glaze, perfect for game day or casual snacking. Combines pretzels, nuts, marshmallows, and a hint of cinnamon and vanilla for a cozy, crunchy treat.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups mini pretzels or traditional pretzel twists
  • 3 cups rice or corn Chex cereal
  • 1 cup mixed nuts (unsalted almonds and cashews preferred)
  • 1 cup mini marshmallows
  • 1/4 cup (4 tablespoons) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar (100g)
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or milk chocolate, optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the pretzels, Chex cereal, mixed nuts, and mini marshmallows.
  3. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
  4. Once melted, stir in the brown sugar, honey, cinnamon, and sea salt.
  5. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring constantly. Let it boil for about 2 minutes to thicken slightly.
  6. Remove the saucepan from heat, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  7. Pour the warm caramel glaze over the dry snack mix and gently fold to coat evenly.
  8. Spread the coated mix evenly across a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
  9. Bake for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes to prevent clumping and ensure even toasting.
  10. Remove from oven and let cool completely on the baking sheet.
  11. If using chocolate chips, sprinkle them on the mix after removing from the oven so they melt slightly without burning.
  12. Once cooled, transfer the snack mix to an airtight container for storage.

Notes

Stir the mix every 15 minutes during baking to prevent clumping and burning. Cool completely before storing to maintain crunch. For vegan version, use plant-based butter and substitute honey with maple syrup or agave. Optional chocolate chips add decadence when sprinkled after baking. Variations include gluten-free pretzels and cereals, nut-free options with pumpkin seeds, and adding spices like smoked paprika or cayenne for heat.

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