Description
A delicious and easy treat made with Chex cereal, chocolate, and caramel.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups rice or corn Chex cereal
- 1 cup semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup caramel bits or soft caramels
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 3/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and spread shredded coconut on a baking sheet. Toast for 5-7 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden. Let cool.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips and butter in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Add Chex cereal to a large bowl. Pour the melted chocolate mixture over it and gently fold to coat evenly.
- Place the coated cereal into a large zip-top bag. Add powdered sugar, seal, and shake until well coated.
- Melt caramel bits and heavy cream in a small saucepan over low heat, stirring until smooth. Let cool slightly.
- Spread the coated cereal on a parchment-lined sheet. Drizzle with caramel and sprinkle toasted coconut on top.
- Let the mix set at room temperature or refrigerate until firm.
- Once set, transfer to a serving bowl or airtight container.
Notes
- This treat can be customized with different types of snacks or toppings.
- Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg