Almond Coconut Chex Mix

Adapted from www.tastesbetterfromscratch.com
Yield: Makes 10-12 cups

5 cups Chex cereal (Corn, Rice, Wheat or a mixture)
3 cups cup bran cereal or Crispix
1 1/2 cups whole almonds
1 - 2 cups shredded sweetened coconut flakes, to taste
1 heaping cup pretzel sticks
2 cups honey graham bears
For the syrup coating:
1/2 cup butter
1 1/2 cups light corn syrup
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1/8th tsp baking soda


Add all the cereals, almonds, coconut, pretzels and honey grahams to a large mixing bowl.
Add butter to a large saucepan over medium heat. Once melted add corn syrup and sugar and stir well to combine. Bring to a boil, stirring continuously. Reduce heat and cook for 3 minutes, stirring. Remove from heat and stir in baking soda. Slowly pour syrup over the chex mix and use a wooden spoon to gently stir to coat the cereal. Allow to cool for a few minutes before eating. Store extra in an airtight container for 3-4 days