Description
Crunchy classic Chex Mix brings nostalgic snacking magic straight from American kitchens. Salty, zesty seasonings and perfectly toasted cereal squares create an irresistible blend that draws snackers into pure munching bliss.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Cereals:
- 3 cups rice chex cereal (90 grams, 3.17 ounces)
- 3 cups corn chex cereal (90 grams, 3.17 ounces)
- 3 cups wheat chex cereal (90 grams, 3.17 ounces)
Crunchy Add-ins:
- 1 cup pretzels (30 grams, 1.06 ounces)
- 1 cup bagel chips or rye chips, broken into bite-sized pieces (30 grams, 1.06 ounces)
- 1 cup mixed nuts (or peanuts, almonds, or cashews) (150 grams, 5.29 ounces)
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (85 grams, 3 ounces)
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 ½ teaspoons seasoned salt
- ¾ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Prepare a spacious baking sheet and position an oven rack in the middle position, then heat the oven to a gentle 250F (120C) for slow, even roasting.
- Create a flavorful base by combining crisp Rice Chex, golden Corn Chex, hearty Wheat Chex, crunchy pretzels, robust bagel chips, and rich mixed nuts in a generously sized mixing vessel.
- Craft a savory seasoning blend by whisking melted butter with tangy Worcestershire sauce, aromatic seasoned salt, pungent garlic powder, and zesty onion powder until the mixture becomes perfectly homogeneous.
- Drizzle the seasoned butter across the dry ingredients, using a gentle folding technique to ensure each morsel receives an even, glossy coating without crushing the delicate cereal pieces.
- Distribute the seasoned mixture across the baking sheet in a uniform layer, creating a single level to promote consistent toasting and crispness during the roasting process.
- Slide the baking sheet into the preheated oven and allow the mix to transform for approximately one hour, pausing every 15 minutes to rotate and redistribute the ingredients for optimal golden-brown coloration and crunchy texture.
- Once roasting is complete, remove from the oven and allow the Chex mix to cool completely at room temperature, which will help it achieve maximum crispness and prevent sogginess.
- Transfer the cooled snack to an airtight container, where it will maintain its crunch and flavor for up to two weeks, ready to be enjoyed as a delectable homemade treat.
Notes
- Customize the mix by swapping out nuts or adding different spices to create unique flavor profiles that match your taste preferences.
- Reduce sodium by using low-sodium Worcestershire sauce and cutting back on seasoned salt for a healthier snack option.
- Ensure even coating by drizzling melted butter mixture slowly and stirring gently to prevent soggy spots or uneven seasoning.
- Transform the recipe into a gluten-free version by selecting gluten-free Chex cereals and replacing regular pretzels with gluten-free alternatives.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg