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Candied Pecan Chex Mix

This candied pecan chex mix comes together with just a few ingredients, and serves as the perfect addition to your holiday charcuterie board!
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Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: gluten free, snacks, sugar free
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 12
Calories: 200kcal
Author: Lisa

Equipment

  • Parchment Paper

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup pure maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil
  • ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
  • 2 cups pecan halves
  • ½ cup corn Chex Mix cereal
  • ½ cup rice Chex Mix cereal
  • ¼ cup dried cranberries
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 325°.
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Combine avocado oil, maple syrup, and cinnamon in small sauce pan over medium heat.
    ¼ cup pure maple syrup, 2 tablespoons avocado oil, ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
  • Bring the maple syrup mixture to a simmer, stirring frequently, until mixture is slightly thickened.
  • While syrup mixture is simmering, combine the chex mix cereal, pecans, and cranberries in to a large mixing bowl.
    2 cups pecan halves, ½ cup corn Chex Mix cereal, ½ cup rice Chex Mix cereal, ¼ cup dried cranberries
  • After syrup mixture has thickened, pour it over all the cereal and pecan mix in the large bowl.
  • Stir well to evenly coat the mix.
  • Pour the coated mixture onto the baking sheet lined with parchment paper, ensuring to make one even layer.
  • Sprinkle the pecan and chex mix with salt.
    ¼ teaspoon salt
  • Bake at 325° for 8-10 minutes.
  • Allow to completely cool, at least 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

To easily track these macros in the My Fitness Pal app, search MFP for "Lisa Coop Candied Pecan Chex Mix"

Nutrition

Serving: 0.25cup | Calories: 200kcal | Fat: 16g | Protein: 2g | Carbohydrates: 12g