8cupsChex Cerealcorn or rice or a combo of the two
2cupsshredded coconut
2cupssmall conversation hearts
2cupslarge conversation hearts
1cupgranulated sugar
1cuplight corn syrup
3/4cupsalted butter
1/2tsp.salt
1tsp.vanilla
10drops red food coloring
1/2cupmini sugar heart sprinkles
Instructions
In a large bowl mix the Chex and conversation hearts together and set aside.
In a medium sauce pan over medium heat combine the sugar, corn syrup, and butter. Cook over medium heat until the mixture comes to a boil. Stirring often let the mixture boil for 3 minutes.
Remove from the heat and stir in the salt, vanilla, and food coloring. Pour the sugar mixture over the cereal mixture in the bowl and stir well until everything is evenly coated. Turn the mixture onto waxed paper and then sprinkle on the heart sprinkles before the coating cools. Let the Chex mix cool completely before enjoying.
Notes
The red food coloring is optional. It makes it pretty and pink but if that kind of thing isn't for you just skip it!