KENTUCKY BOURBON BACON CHEX MIX®

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The flavors of the Bluegrass State - bourbon, bacon and pecans - combine in this delicious snack mix that starts with a bag of Chex Mix.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Snack

Time 1h45m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 bag (15 oz) Chex Mix® traditional snack mix
1 cup pecan halves
1/2 lb bacon (6 to 8 slices), crisply cooked and crumbled
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup butter
1/4 cup light corn syrup
2 tablespoons bourbon
3/4 teaspoon chipotle chili powder

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 300°F. Line two 15x10x1-inch pans with foil. Spray foil with cooking spray. In large bowl, mix snack mix, pecans and bacon. Set aside.
  • In 2-quart saucepan, heat brown sugar, butter and corn syrup over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until bubbly around edges. Cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally; remove from heat. Cool 2 minutes. Carefully stir in bourbon and chipotle chili powder. Pour over snack mixture; toss until evenly coated.
  • Spread snack mixture on pans. Bake 15 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes, to caramelize mixture. Cool completely, about 1 hour. Break into pieces. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 380 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 0 g

Ghazanfar Abbas
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This is a great recipe for a party or gathering. It's easy to make and always a hit.


Kenneth Washington
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I've tried many Chex Mix recipes, but this one is by far the best. The bacon and bourbon flavors are amazing.


Samira Danip
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This is a delicious and easy-to-make snack. I highly recommend it!


Kristy Scamman
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I love the combination of flavors in this Chex Mix. It's the perfect snack for any occasion.


daniel richard
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This is a great recipe for a party or gathering. It's easy to make and always a hit.


Manono Nare
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I've tried many Chex Mix recipes, but this one is by far the best. The bacon and bourbon flavors are amazing.


don don
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This is a delicious and easy-to-make snack. I highly recommend it!


Sharabi Gaming
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I made this Chex Mix for my family and they loved it! It's a great snack for any occasion.


Gopal Rajbanshi
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This is a great snack for game day or any other party. It's easy to make and always a hit.


Ripley Povey
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I love the combination of flavors in this Chex Mix. The bacon and bourbon are a perfect match.


Zulhijja Khan
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This is one of my favorite Chex Mix recipes. It's so easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.


Lucy Pilling
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. It's a perfect snack for parties or gatherings.


jay hi
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This is a great recipe for a sweet and savory snack. The bacon adds a nice smoky flavor, and the bourbon gives it a little kick. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy snack.


MUHAMMAD ATIFAHMED
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I made this for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


Thatego
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This is the best Chex Mix I've ever had! The bacon and bourbon flavors are so good together, and the nuts and pretzels add a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again.