Description
This Cinnamon Toast Crunch Trail Mix combines the sweet, crunchy flavor of Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal with Honey Nut Cheerios, dried cranberries, and salty pretzel pieces for a perfectly balanced and addictive snack. Coated lightly in a butter-sugar mixture, this mix is easy to prepare and perfect for on-the-go munching or sharing at gatherings.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal
- ½ cup Honey Nut Cheerios
- ½ cup dried cranberries
- ½ cup broken pretzel pieces
Wet Ingredients
- ¼ cup melted butter
- ⅛ cup sugar
Instructions
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, gently mix together the Cinnamon Toast Crunch, Honey Nut Cheerios, dried cranberries, and broken pretzel pieces ensuring even distribution.
- Prepare Sugar Butter Mixture: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter and then stir in the sugar until fully combined and smooth.
- Coat the Trail Mix: Pour the warm sugar butter mixture evenly over the dry ingredients in the large bowl, then toss well to ensure the mix is lightly coated with the sweet buttery glaze.
- Store Properly: Transfer the coated trail mix into an airtight Ziploc bag or container to keep it fresh and crispy until ready to enjoy.
Notes
- For extra crunch, you can bake the coated trail mix at 300°F for 10 minutes, stirring halfway through, then allow to cool before storing.
- Feel free to substitute dried cranberries with other dried fruits like raisins or cherries.
- Adjust sugar quantity for more or less sweetness based on your preference.
- This trail mix makes a great homemade gift when packed in decorative bags or jars.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
