Sweet 'n Salty Snack Mix

This snack mix recipe is both sweet and salty! The praline-like coating bakes on to the salty nuts and crisp cereal for an irresistible combination.

Unbalanced

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

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Heat oven to 375°F. Spray large roasting pan with nonstick cooking spray.

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Combine corn snacks, cereal, pretzels and pecans in prepared pan; set aside.

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Combine brown sugar, butter, corn syrup and salt in 2-quart heavy saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until mixture comes to a full boil. Remove from heat; stir in vanilla and baking soda. Pour syrup mixture over cereal mixture in pan; toss to coat.

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Bake 15 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes, or until coating is set. Remove from oven; stir.

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Spread mixture onto waxed paper. Cool completely; stir in chocolate pieces. Break into pieces.

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Store in container with tight-fitting lid up to 1 week.