Crunchy Munchy Monster Mix

Recipe created by Southeast United Dairy Industry Association

Servings: Ten (10) Prep Time: 5 min. Cook Time: 25 min.

Ingredients
2 cups whole grain square cereal
2 cups honey-sweetened oat cereal
3 cups pretzel sticks
1/2 cup sunflower seed kernels
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 tablespoon water
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup dried cranberries, raisins or dried cherries
1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese cubes

Directions
Preheat oven to 325° F. Mix cereals, pretzel sticks and sunflower seed kernels in large bowl; set aside. Melt butter in small saucepan over medium heat; stir in oil, water and sugar. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat; stir in cinnamon and mix well. Pour over cereal mixture; stir until evenly coated. Spread into 9x13-inch baking pan. Bake 20 minutes, stirring after 10 minutes (be careful not to overcook). Spread on waxed paper; cool completely. Toss with dried cranberries; store in an airtight container until ready to serve. Toss in cheese cubes just before serving.

Nutrition Information
Calories: 260
Total Fat: 12 g
Saturated Fat: 6 g
Cholesterol: 20 mg
Sodium: 370 mg
Calcium: 20% Daily Value
Protein: 9 g
Carbohydrates: 31 g
Dietary Fiber: 2 g