Sweet and salty goodness by the handful is always a good idea! Especially when it is quick and easy to make and so delicious! This furn snack mix will keep your hand coming back for more every time. It is a fun mix of cereals, pretzels and peanuts all wrapped in a caramel coating. You are going to want to make it for every party and holiday from now on!
Place pretzels, cereals and nuts in a large brown paper grocery sack and set aside.
In a large saucepan, melt together butter, brown sugar, corn syrup and salt over medium heat. Bring to a boil and allow to boil for 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
Stir in the vanilla and baking soda, taking care because the mixture will foam and bubble.
Pour hot caramel mixture over cereals in the brown paper bag. Roll the top down to seal and shake to coat.
Place bag in the microwave and cook on high for 30 seconds. Carefully remove bag and shake, turning the bag over to make sure everything is coated. Repeat this process for a total of 5 times in the microwave, with a shake after each.
After the last trip to the microwave, dump the contents of the bag onto sheets of wax paper. Carefully spread the mixture out a bit. You want clumps, but not one huge clump! Allow to cool completely.
Once cool, break into smaller clumps and sprinkle with candies. Store in an airtight container.