Sweet and Crunchy Honey Nut Snack Mix

Introduction: Looking for the perfect snack to satisfy your sweet and crunchy cravings? This Sweet and Crunchy Honey Nut Snack Mix is a delightful treat that’s easy to make and perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a party, looking for a tasty snack for movie night, or just need something to munch on, this snack mix is sure to hit the spot. Made with simple ingredients and a touch of honey, it’s a delicious and addictive treat that everyone will love.

Ingredients:

• 6 cups honey nut cereal (such as Honey Nut Cheerios or similar)
• 1 cup honey-roasted peanuts
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Prepare the Cereal Mix:
   • In a large mixing bowl, combine the honey nut cereal and honey-roasted peanuts. Toss to mix evenly.
3. Make the Honey Syrup:
   • In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
   • Add the honey and brown sugar to the melted butter, stirring constantly until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is smooth.
   • Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt.
4. Coat the Cereal:
   • Pour the warm honey syrup over the cereal and peanut mixture.
   • Use a spatula to gently toss and coat the cereal mix evenly with the syrup.
5. Bake the Snack Mix:
   • Spread the coated cereal mixture onto the prepared baking sheet in an even layer.
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even baking.
   • The mix should be golden brown and crispy.
6. Cool and Serve:
   • Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the snack mix cool completely on the sheet.
   • Once cooled, break the snack mix into clusters and transfer to an airtight container for storage.

Tips:

• For extra flavor, you can add a handful of dried fruit such as raisins, cranberries, or chopped dried apricots after baking.
• This snack mix can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
• Feel free to customize the mix by adding other nuts or seeds such as almonds, cashews, or sunflower seeds.

Conclusion: This Sweet and Crunchy Honey Nut Snack Mix is a delightful combination of sweet, salty, and crunchy flavors that will keep you coming back for more. Easy to make and perfect for any occasion, it’s a versatile snack that’s sure to be a hit with family and friends. Enjoy it as a quick snack, a party treat, or a tasty addition to your lunchbox.

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