Rice Chex Candy

May 19, 2023May 19, 20230 12

Sweet and Crunchy Rice Chex Candy Recipe

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

80 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

325

Sugar

37g

Fat

16g

Rice Chex Candy is a sweet and crunchy snack that is perfect for any occasion. It is an easy-to-make recipe that combines Rice Chex cereal with sweetened coconut and sliced almonds. The mixture is coated in a sweet and buttery syrup and baked until crispy and golden brown. This snack is great for parties or just for snacking on at home. It's the perfect combination of sweet and salty, and the crunchiness will keep you coming back for more!

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 250 degrees F.
2.	In a large bowl, combine Rice Chex cereal, sweetened shredded coconut, and sliced almonds.
3.	In a medium saucepan, melt butter over low heat, then add corn syrup and granulated sugar. Increase heat to medium-high and bring mixture to a boil, stirring constantly.
4.	Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and baking soda. Mixture will bubble up, so keep stirring until it's fully combined.
5.	Pour the hot mixture over the cereal mixture and stir until the cereal is coated evenly.
6.	Spread the mixture onto a greased cookie sheet and bake for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes.
7.	Remove from oven and let cool completely, then break into small pieces and store in an airtight container.

PROS

This Rice Chex Candy is an easy-to-make and tasty snack that is perfect to bring to parties or to just snack on at home.
It has a sweet and crunchy flavor that everyone is sure to love.

CONS

This recipe contains a high amount of sugar and butter, making it a treat that should be enjoyed in moderation.
It may not be suitable for those who are watching their sugar and fat intake.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this recipe is not particularly healthy, almonds are a great source of protein and fiber. They are also rich in heart-healthy fats and vitamin E. Coconut also contains healthy fats, fiber, and minerals like iron and potassium. Enjoying this treat in moderation can be a tasty way to add some nutritional benefits to your diet.

	1 box Rice Chex
	1 1/2 cups sweetened flaked coconut , sweetened shredded
	1 1/2 cups almonds , sliced
	1 1/2 cups butter or 1 1/2 cups margarine
	1 1/2 cups light corn syrup
	1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
	2 teaspoons vanilla
	1 teaspoon baking soda