Cheerios Nutty Crunch

Prep: 10 min Cook: 17 min Serves: 12 Cuisine: American

Cheerios Nutty Crunch is a sweet, crunchy snack combining toasted cereal, peanuts, raisins, and a caramel-like coating, perfect for parties, snacks, or casual gatherings.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/4 cup light corn syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 6 cups Cheerios
  • 1 cup peanuts
  • 1 cup raisins

Instructions

  1. Cook brown sugar, butter, and light corn syrup until bubbly, then cook for 2 minutes.
  2. Remove from heat; stir in salt and baking soda.
  3. Stir until the mixture is uniformly light in color.
  4. Mix Cheerios, raisins, and peanuts in a large bowl.
  5. Pour the syrup over the cereal mixture and mix well to coat evenly.
  6. Spread the mixture evenly in a large greased pan and bake at 250°F (120°C) for 15 minutes.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

638 kcal 32% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 7.3g 15% DV
Total Fat 32.2g 41% DV
Carbs 87g 32% DV
Fiber 5.9g 21% DV
Sugar 61.2g 100% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 16855.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 424.5mg 9% DV
Cholesterol 75mg 25% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 247.5mcg 28% DV
Vitamin C 5.9mg 7% DV
Vitamin D 0.9mcg 5% DV
Calcium 145.3mg 11% DV
Iron 8.2mg 46% DV
Diet fit High-fiber
Contains Milk Peanut

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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