Description
Indulge in the delightful combination of salty and sweet with these Caramel Cheetos. This unique snack features crunchy cheese curls coated in a rich caramel layer, creating an irresistible treat that’s perfect for any occasion—from movie nights to parties. With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up this delectable snack in no time. Your taste buds will be tantalized by the unexpected pairing of flavors, and they’re sure to become a crowd favorite. Whether enjoyed solo or paired with ice cream, Caramel Cheetos offer a fun twist on traditional snacking that’s easy to make and even easier to love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 (8.5oz) bags crunchy cheese curls (like Cheetos)
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 stick (8oz) butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C) and line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Pour the cheese curls into a large mixing bowl, ensuring they are evenly spaced.
- In a saucepan over medium-high heat, combine corn syrup, brown sugar, and butter. Stir until boiling, then cook for an additional minute before removing from heat.
- Quickly pour the caramel mixture over the cheese curls and stir until fully coated.
- Spread the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet in an even layer and bake for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes. Allow to cool completely before breaking into pieces.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (40g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg