Everyone loves GORP, a sweet and gooey Chex mix that is absolutely delicious! Your friends and family will be fighting over the bowl!
You know those snacks that once you take a bite of them, you literally can’t stop shoving more of it into your face? I’m sorry not sorry, but this is one of those. It’s one of the most deliciously addictive treats you’ll ever taste. You should also try our more savory Homemade Chex Mix , Chex Scotcheroos or these amazing Golden Grahams S’mores Bars. Or go check out all of our desserts here!
Why is it called GORP?
After doing some research, I learned that GORP is actually an acronym for ‘Good Old Raisins and Peanuts’ and is a nickname for trail mix. I call this sweet snack GORP, but I have come to realize that most people have a different name for it. I have also heard it called Gooey Chex Mix or “Christmas Crack.”
Call it what you want, this will always be GORP to me. It’s sweet, sticky, gooey, really easy to make, takes only 5 minutes and you can totally make it your own with add-ins of your choice!
How to make GORP:
Pour Chex cereal, slivered almonds, cashews, shredded coconut, into a large mixing bowl.
Ingredients:
- Chex cereal
- Cashews
- Slivered Almonds
- Shredded Coconut
- Butter
- Sugar
- Light Corn Syrup
Other mix-in ideas:
- Golden Grahams cereal
- M&Ms
- Pretzel Sticks
- Peanuts
Instructions:
First, Pour all dry ingredients into a large mixing bowl.
- [Top Left] Melt butter over medium heat.
- [Top Right] Add sugar and stir until dissolved.
- [Bottom Left] Bring to a boil and stir often.
- [Bottom Right] Pour caramel mixture over the Chex mix and stir until combined.
Lay wax paper onto a cookie sheet and pour GORP out of the bowl onto the wax paper. Spread the mixture out into a single layer and let it cool completely.
Make sure to try this recipe out soon! I predict it will be a big hit with your family and friends and will be devoured at holiday parties.
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Gooey Chex Mix
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Butter
- 1 1/3 Light Karo Syrup
- 1 1/3 cup Sugar
- Chex Cereal
- Slivered Almonds
- Cashews
- Shredded Coconut
Instructions
- Lay out wax paper on your counter or on cookie sheets, set aside.
- Bring to a boil and cook for 4.5 minutes, stirring frequently. Remove from heat.
- Add 12 oz. Chex cereal to a large bowl.
- Add shredded coconut, slivered almonds, cashews, and any other add-ins to the bowl and mix well.
- Pour the caramel mixture into the bowl and mix everything well.
- Pour onto wax paper in a single layer and let Chex mix cool completely.
- Serve Chex Mix in a large serving bowl, or in individual plastic bags. Cover tightly and store at room temperature.
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This is seriously the best treat ever! I made it for Christmas gifts, and it was a huge hit. I think I’ll go make some again, right now!