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caramel candied cheetos
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Caramel Candied Cheetos

If you’re a fan of Chicago mix popcorn, you’re going to love these caramel candied Cheetos! They’re crunchy, sweet, and salty all in one bite!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 10 minutes
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: candied cheetos, caramel cheetos, coyote drippings
Servings: 8 people

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup butter 1 stick
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup light corn syrup
  • 1/4 tsp baking soda
  • 1 (8 oz) bag Cheeto puffs

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 250 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat. Set aside.
  • In a saucepan over medium heat, combine butter, brown sugar, and corn syrup. Cook until melted and smooth (about 5 minutes).
  • Once smooth, turn off the heat and stir in the baking soda.
  • Pour the bag of Cheetos onto your prepared baking sheet, then drizzle the caramel mixture evenly over top.
  • Bake the Cheetos for 1 hour, stirring and tossing them around every 15 minutes.
  • Let cool completely before enjoying.