Description

Banana Foster Chex Mix is a delightful twist on classic Chex Mix, combining crispy cereal with a luscious banana-caramel coating spiced with cinnamon and enriched with butter and brown sugar. This warm, sweet snack is baked to crispy perfection and optionally enhanced with nuts and chocolate chips, making it a perfect treat for gatherings or an indulgent snack time.

Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

4 cups Chex cereal (any variety)
2 ripe bananas, sliced

Caramel Sauce

1/4 cup unsalted butter
1/2 cup dark brown sugar
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1 tsp pure vanilla extract

Optional Add-ins

1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
Melt the caramel ingredients: In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the unsalted butter with the dark brown sugar and ground cinnamon. Stir frequently until the mixture becomes bubbly and smooth, creating a fragrant caramel base.
Add bananas: Fold the sliced ripe bananas into the warm caramel mixture, carefully coating each slice to infuse them with sweet caramel flavor.
Combine with Chex cereal: In a large mixing bowl, place the Chex cereal and drizzle the banana-caramel mixture evenly over it. Gently toss the mixture to coat the cereal completely without breaking the pieces.
Bake the mixture: Spread the coated Chex cereal evenly on the prepared baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, stirring the mix halfway through to ensure even baking and crispiness.
Add nuts or chocolate chips: If using, stir in the chopped nuts or semi-sweet chocolate chips while the mixture is still warm to allow them to meld in nicely.
Cool and store: Let the Banana Foster Chex Mix cool completely on the baking sheet before transferring it to an airtight container for storage. This helps maintain its crisp texture.

Notes

Use ripe but firm bananas to prevent them from becoming too mushy during baking.
You can customize this mix by choosing any variety of Chex cereal based on personal preference.
Adding nuts or chocolate chips is optional and can be adjusted to taste or dietary needs.
For a nuttier flavor, toasted nuts work best.
Store in an airtight container to keep the mix fresh and crunchy for up to a week.