Description
Churro Honeycomb Snack Mix brings Mexican street dessert magic into a crunchy, sweet party treat. Caramelized sugar, cinnamon, and honeycomb create an irresistible blend that makes you want to dance with each delightful handful.
Ingredients
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Churro Honeycomb Snack Mix
Main Ingredients:
- 4 cups honeycomb cereal
- 3/8 cup (6 tablespoons) brown sugar
- ¼ cup (4 tablespoons) sugar
Butter and Syrup:
- ¼ cup (4 tablespoons) unsalted butter
- 1/8 cup (2 tablespoons) light corn syrup
Spices and Leavening:
- ¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon baking soda
Instructions
- Prepare a large baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper at 350°F (175°C) to create a non-stick surface for easy cleanup.
- Transfer the Honeycomb cereal into a generously sized mixing bowl, ensuring ample space for coating.
- Create a fragrant coating mixture by thoroughly blending granulated sugar and ground cinnamon in a separate small bowl, then set aside for later use.
- In a medium saucepan, combine brown sugar, unsalted butter, and light corn syrup over medium-high heat, stirring consistently until the mixture reaches a gentle boiling point and maintains that state for approximately 60 seconds.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and carefully introduce baking soda, which will cause the mixture to foam and expand rapidly.
- Evenly cascade the warm syrup over the cereal, using a spatula to ensure comprehensive coverage and prevent clumping.
- Generously dust the sugar-cinnamon blend across the coated cereal, gently folding to guarantee each piece is thoroughly enrobed with the sweet mixture.
- Distribute the coated cereal across the prepared baking sheet in a uniform layer, preventing large clusters from forming.
- Bake the mixture for 5-6 minutes, then carefully rotate and redistribute using a spatula to promote even toasting for an additional 2-3 minutes until achieving a light golden color.
- Allow the snack mix to cool completely on the baking sheet, which will help it crisp up and make breaking into bite-sized pieces easier.
- Once cooled, transfer the Churro Honeycomb Snack Mix to an airtight container to maintain freshness and crunch for future enjoyment.
Notes
- Sweet and crispy snack mix transforms classic churro flavors into an irresistible treat with crunchy Honeycomb cereal.
- Caramelized brown sugar coats each piece, creating a golden, glossy finish that mimics traditional churro textures.
- Quick preparation method allows even novice bakers to create a delightful dessert in under 20 minutes.
- Perfect for parties, movie nights, or unexpected sweet cravings with minimal ingredients and maximum flavor impact.
- Cinnamon sugar coating adds authentic churro essence, elevating a simple cereal mix into a gourmet-style snack experience.
- Cooling process ensures crispy clusters that break apart easily, making portion control a delicious challenge.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 197 kcal
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 56 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: <1 g
- Protein: <1 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg