Sweet Potato Chips Chex Mix
This recipe creates a delightful sweet and savory snack mix featuring Rice and Wheat Chex cereals combined with sweet potato tortilla chips. Coated in a buttery brown sugar syrup and finished with miniature marshmallows, it's a quick and easy treat perfect for sharing or enjoying anytime.
Equipment
- 1 Large Roasting Pan Or a large baking sheet with sides for even spreading and baking.
- 1 Large Mixing Bowl For combining cereals and chips before coating.
- 1 Saucepan Or microwave-safe bowl for melting butter and syrup mixture.
- 1 Measuring Cups and Spoons
- 1 Heat-proof spatula or wooden spoon For stirring and coating the mix thoroughly.
Ingredients
Main
- 4 cups Rice Chex™ cereal
- 4 cups Wheat Chex™ cereal
- 1 bag 5.5 oz Food Should Taste Good® sweet potato tortilla chips
- 1/4 cup butter or margarine
- 1/3 cup light brown sugar
- 1/3 cup light corn syrup
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups miniature marshmallows
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C).
- In a large roasting pan or extra-large bowl, combine the Rice Chex™ cereal, Wheat Chex™ cereal, and sweet potato tortilla chips.
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Stir in the light brown sugar, light corn syrup, and salt into the melted butter.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring constantly, and boil for 1 minute.
- Pour the hot syrup mixture evenly over the cereal and chip mixture in the roasting pan.
- Stir gently but thoroughly until all the cereal and chips are evenly coated.
- Bake for 45 to 60 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes to ensure even crisping and prevent sticking.
- Remove the mix from the oven and immediately stir in the miniature marshmallows.
- Spread the mix onto wax paper or parchment paper to cool completely before serving or storing in an airtight container.
Notes
To achieve a truly irresistible sweet and savory balance, ensure the sweet potato chips are still crisp when added; avoid stale ones. For the caramel coating, bring the butter, brown sugar, and corn syrup to a gentle boil and let it simmer for just 1 minute to ensure it thickens slightly and coats the mix well. Stirring frequently during baking is crucial to prevent burning and ensure even crisping. The marshmallows should be added only after the mix has cooled slightly to prevent them from completely dissolving, allowing them to remain chewy and distinct. For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a pinch of cinnamon or a dash of vanilla extract to the syrup mixture.