Description
Churro Chex Mix is a deliciously sweet and crunchy snack combining cinnamon-sugar coated rice and cinnamon Chex cereals baked to perfection, then dusted with powdered sugar for that classic churro flavor. Perfect for parties, movie nights, or a sweet treat anytime.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 6 cups rice Chex cereal
- 2 cups cinnamon Chex cereal
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup powdered sugar
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 300 degrees Fahrenheit and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Combine Cereals: In a large mixing bowl, gently toss together the rice Chex and cinnamon Chex cereals to mix them evenly without crushing.
- Make Coating Sauce: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Stir in the granulated sugar, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt. Continue cooking while stirring until the mixture becomes smooth and the sugars start to dissolve completely.
- Coat the Cereal: Pour the warm cinnamon-sugar butter mixture over the combined cereals. Gently stir the mixture until all the cereal pieces are evenly coated with the sweet sauce.
- Bake the Mix: Spread the coated cereal mixture in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even baking and coating.
- Cool Slightly: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the cereal mix to cool for about 10 minutes, which helps it set and cool enough for the next step.
- Add Powdered Sugar: Transfer the warm cereal mixture into a large bowl or a paper bag. Add the powdered sugar and toss thoroughly until the entire mix is well coated with the powdered sugar, adding that signature churro sweetness.
- Final Cooling: Let the Churro Chex Mix cool completely before serving to allow the coating to fully set and prevent clumping.
Notes
- For extra churro flavor, add an additional teaspoon of cinnamon to the powdered sugar before coating.
- This snack mix stores well in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
- Optional add-ins include mini pretzels or roasted nuts for added texture and flavor.
