Salted Caramel Crackle
Rice Chex and Rice Krispies are coated in salted cinnamon caramel, baked briefly, cooled, and broken into crisp snack clusters.
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Ingredients
- 4 cups rice chex cereal
- 2 cups rice krispies cereal
- 1 cup butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the rice chex and rice krispies cereals. Set aside.
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until dissolved.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring continuously. Continue boiling for 2-3 minutes, until it thickens and lightens in color.
- Remove from heat and immediately pour the caramel mixture over the cereal. Toss to coat evenly.
- Spread the coated cereal on the prepared baking sheet in an even layer. Bake for 7–9 minutes.
- Allow the crackle to cool completely, then break into clusters. Store in an airtight container.
Notes
This sweet-and-salty treat is perfect for gifting or enjoying during cozy movie nights.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingsCalories: 274kcalCarbohydrates: 28.5gProtein: 1gFat: 17.3gSaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 41mgSodium: 333mgFiber: 0.7gSugar: 17.3g