Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup honeycomb cereal
- 1 cup mini pretzels
- 1 cup salted peanuts
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
Special equipment needed:
- Large mixing bowl
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the honeycomb cereal, mini pretzels, salted peanuts, and chocolate chips. Mix well and set aside.
3. In a saucepan, melt the honey, brown sugar, and unsalted butter over medium heat. Stir constantly until the mixture comes to a boil.
4. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and baking soda. The mixture will foam up.
5. Pour the hot mixture over the dry ingredients and stir until everything is coated.
6. Spread the mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
7. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the mixture is golden brown.
8. Remove from the oven and let cool completely.
9. Once cooled, break the mixture into bite-sized pieces.
10. Store in an airtight container.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 10-12 minutes
Temperature:
350°F (175°C)
Serving size:
Makes about 4 cups of trail mix.
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 300
Total Fat: 17g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 20mg
Sodium: 200mg
Total Carbohydrates: 35g
Dietary Fiber: 2g
Total Sugars: 26g
Protein: 5g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Honeycomb cereal: You can use any other type of cereal you prefer.
- Mini pretzels: You can use regular-sized pretzels or any other type of salty snack.
- Salted peanuts: You can use any other type of nut or seed.
- Chocolate chips: You can use any other type of candy or dried fruit.
Variations:
- Add some cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice for a fall twist.
- Use white chocolate chips instead of regular chocolate chips.
- Add some dried cranberries or raisins for a fruity twist.
Tips and tricks:
- Be sure to stir the mixture well to ensure that everything is coated evenly.
- Let the mixture cool completely before breaking it into pieces.
- Store the trail mix in an airtight container to keep it fresh.
Storage instructions:
Store the trail mix in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Reheating instructions:
Not applicable.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the trail mix in a bowl or in individual snack bags.
Garnishes:
Not applicable.
Pairings:
This trail mix is perfect for snacking on the go or for a quick energy boost during a hike.
Suggested side dishes:
Not applicable.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the mixture is too sticky, you can add more cereal or pretzels to balance it out.
- If the mixture is too dry, you can add more honey or butter to make it stickier.
Food safety advice:
- Be sure to store the trail mix in an airtight container to prevent it from going stale.
- Check the expiration date on all ingredients before using them.
Food history:
Hokey Pokey is a type of candy that originated in the United Kingdom. It is made from sugar, golden syrup, and baking soda. This trail mix is inspired by the sweet and crunchy texture of Hokey Pokey candy.
Flavor profiles:
This trail mix is sweet, salty, and crunchy all at once.
Serving suggestions:
This trail mix is perfect for snacking on the go or for a quick energy boost during a hike.
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