Description
This classic Chex Mix is the perfect balance of salty, savory, and crunchy! Featuring three types of Chex cereal, pretzels, nuts, and a deliciously seasoned butter coating, this snack mix is ideal for parties, movie nights, or holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 3 cups Rice Chex cereal
- 3 cups Corn Chex cereal
- 3 cups Wheat Chex cereal
- 1 cup pretzels
- 1 cup bagel chips or rye chips, broken into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup mixed nuts (or peanuts, almonds, or cashews)
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 1/2 tsp seasoned salt
- 3/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
Instructions
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Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C).
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Combine the Dry Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the Rice Chex, Corn Chex, Wheat Chex, pretzels, bagel chips, and nuts.
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Make the Seasoned Butter:
- In a small bowl, mix the melted butter, Worcestershire sauce, seasoned salt, garlic powder, and onion powder until well combined.
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Coat the Mix:
- Pour the seasoned butter over the Chex mix, stirring gently to ensure everything is evenly coated.
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Bake the Chex Mix:
- Spread the mixture in an even layer on a large baking sheet.
- Bake for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes to ensure even baking.
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Serve:
- Let the Chex mix cool completely on the baking sheet before serving.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
Notes
- Add a kick: Mix in a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes for a spicy version.
- Make it sweet and salty: Add a handful of chocolate candies after the mix cools for a sweet twist.
- Microwave option: Microwave the mix in a large, microwave-safe bowl on high for 5-6 minutes, stirring every minute, until evenly coated.