Sweet Trash

Prep: 10 min Cook: 25 min Cuisine: American

Sweet Trash is a delightful crunchy snack mix featuring Chex cereal, oats, and nuts, coated in a sweet, caramel-like glaze. Perfect for parties, potlucks, or a quick treat, its rich flavors and satisfying crunch make it a crowd-pleaser for all ages.

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Ingredients

  • 3 cups Chex
  • 1 cup uncooked oats
  • 1 cup chopped nuts
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 stick margarine
  • 1/2 cup Karo syrup

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
  2. In a saucepan, melt the margarine, Karo syrup, and brown sugar until blended.
  3. In a large bowl, combine Chex cereal, oats, chopped nuts, and salt.
  4. Pour the melted margarine mixture over the cereal mixture and stir until evenly coated.
  5. Transfer the mixture to a large pan and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  6. Immediately spread the mixture on wax paper-covered cooling racks.
  7. Cool completely before storing in an airtight container.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

564 kcal 28% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 6.2g 12% DV
Total Fat 29.5g 38% DV
Carbs 73.2g 27% DV
Fiber 2.7g 9% DV
Sugar 42.6g 85% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9875mg 100% DV
Potassium 340.8mg 7% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 0.8mcg
Calcium 55mg 4% DV
Iron 2.7mg 15% DV

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

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