Description
Banana Foster Chex Mix is a delectable snack that harmoniously combines the sweetness of caramelized bananas with the crunch of Chex cereal. Perfect for movie nights or casual gatherings, this easy-to-make treat will keep everyone reaching for more! With its delightful balance of flavors and textures, it’s a fun twist on a classic dessert that promises to elevate any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups rice and corn Chex cereal
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 2 ripe bananas, sliced
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup pecans or walnuts
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat until golden.
- Stir in the brown sugar and cook until bubbly, about 2 minutes.
- Fold in the sliced bananas until well coated.
- Add cinnamon and vanilla extract; mix well.
- In a large bowl, combine Chex cereal with nuts. Pour the banana mixture over the cereal and gently mix to coat.
- Spread on a lined baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow to cool completely before breaking into clusters.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (50g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: - For added crunch, consider substituting or adding your favorite nuts or seeds. - Experiment with spices like nutmeg for extra flavor.