Caramel Chex Mix

If you’ve ever needed a snack that stops people mid-conversation and sends them back for handful after handful, this caramel Chex mix is exactly that. It’s the kind of thing you bring to a party in what feels like an enormous amount, and somehow it’s completely gone before the night is over. The combination of crunchy cereal squares, pretzel pieces, and a rich, buttery caramel coating creates something that’s nearly impossible to stop eating.The beauty of this recipe is how deceptively simple it is. You don’t need any fancy equipment or hard-to-find ingredients. Once you make it the first time, don’t be surprised when people start requesting it for every gathering. You might even find yourself sending out the recipe via group chat because so many people are asking for it.Ingredients3 cups Corn Chex cereal3 cups Rice Chex cereal3 cups Cinnamon Chex cereal2 cups Bugles or corn snacks1 cup mini pretzel pieces or pretzel snaps1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter1 cup packed light brown sugar1/2 cup light corn syrup1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt