Reindeer Crunch
Reindeer Crunch is the kind of sweet snack mix that disappears fast. It’s perfect for holiday parties, gift bags, or just a cozy night on the couch. It’s crunchy, salty-sweet, and packed with nostalgic cereal vibes, all wrapped in a buttery caramel coating.
You’ll like this one because it’s fast, foolproof, and makes a big batch. The brown sugar caramel gets just the right amount of chew, and the mix of Cheerios, peanuts, and raisins keeps every bite interesting. It’s the kind of treat that feels homemade without a ton of effort.
Helpful Tips
- Use parchment paper to make cleanup easy and to prevent sticking once the caramel hardens.
- Stir quickly after pouring on the caramel. It starts to set fast, so you want to coat everything evenly before it cools.
- Let it cool completely before storing, and keep it in an airtight container to maintain the crunch.
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Reindeer Crunch
Reindeer Crunch is crunchy, salty-sweet, and packed with nostalgic cereal vibes, all wrapped in a buttery caramel coating.
Ingredients
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/4 cup corn syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 6 cups Cheerios
- 1 cup peanuts
- 1 cup raisins
- 1 cup Christmas M&M's
Instructions
- Heat oven to 250° F. Cover baking sheet with parchment. Set aside.
- Heat first 4 ingredients over medium heat until bubbly around the edges. Cook uncovered for 2 minutes, stirring once.
- Remove from the heat and stir in soda, pour over the cereal, peanuts and raisins. Spread out on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20 minutes stirring once half way through. Right when you take it out of the oven, spread the M&Ms over the top. Let stand for 10 minutes, then break into pieces.
Nutrition
Calories: 181kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 12mgSodium: 163mgPotassium: 170mgFiber: 2gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 350IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 43mgIron: 2mg
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