Preparation

• Prepare your workspace by laying two pieces of parchment paper on two baking sheets. Set them aside.
• Pour the Rice Chex cereal into a large bowl and set it aside.
• In a medium saucepan, combine the butter, brown sugar, corn syrup, and salt. Heat over medium-high until it starts to boil, about one minute.
• The longer you let it boil, the harder and crunchier it will become.
• Remove from heat and quickly stir in the baking soda. Your mixture will foam up—don't worry, that’s normal!
• Pour this delightful caramel mixture over the Rice Chex and stir until every piece is well coated.
• Microwave the mixture for one minute. Stir and repeat this process two more times, stirring in between each minute.
• After the third minute, pour half of the mixture onto each baking sheet, spreading it out evenly. Allow it to cool completely.
• Once cool, break the Caramel Chex Mix apart and store it in an airtight container. Your snack will stay fresh for up to five days.