This is ideal when I need something healthy and portable for my kids to eat on the go. We love blueberry pancakes, and this recipe uses some of that flavor in a handy treat.
—JACKIE GREGSTON HALLSVILLE, TX
START TO FINISH: 20 MIN. • MAKES: 9 CUPS
5 cups Honey Nut Chex
1 cup granola without raisins
1 cup chopped pecans, toasted
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup maple syrup
1 package (3 1/2 ounces) dried blueberries
3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips, optional
1. In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the cereal, granola and pecans; set aside. In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine the butter, brown sugar and syrup. Microwave on high 2 minutes, stirring once. Pour over cereal mixture; toss to coat.
2. Microwave on high 4 minutes, stirring every minute. Spread onto waxed paper; cool 5 minutes. Sprinkle with blueberries and chocolate chips. Store in an airtight container.
NOTE This recipe was tested in a 1,100-watt microwave.