Low Fat Chocolate Chex Mix
Indulge guilt-free with this crunchy and addictive Low Fat Chocolate Chex Mix—a lighter twist on a classic snack! Combining the crisp textures of Rice Chex and Wheat Chex cereals with the salty bite of pretzels, this recipe is coated in a decadent blend of unsweetened cocoa powder and powdered sugar, offering the perfect balance of sweetness and crunch. The recipe uses nonstick cooking spray to create that signature chocolatey coating with less fat and finishes with a touch of fragrant vanilla extract to elevate the flavor. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy-to-make treat is perfect for parties, movie nights, or satisfying solo snacking, all while keeping things on the healthier side. Packed with irresistible flavors and low-fat ingredients, this Chocolate Chex Mix will be your new go-to snack!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Rice Chex cereal
- 4 cups Wheat Chex cereal
- 2 cups pretzels
- 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.5 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 300 degrees Fahrenheit (150 degrees Celsius).
In a large bowl, combine the Rice Chex and Wheat Chex cereals along with the pretzels.
In a small bowl, mix together the unsweetened cocoa powder and powdered sugar.
Lightly coat a baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.
Spread the cereal-pretzel mixture evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
Spray the cereal mixture lightly with nonstick cooking spray, ensuring an even coating.
Sprinkle half of the cocoa-sugar mixture over the cereal mix, tossing gently to get an even coating.
Spray the mixture again with nonstick cooking spray and sprinkle the remaining cocoa-sugar mixture uniformly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, stirring halfway through to prevent burning and ensure even coating.
Remove from oven and sprinkle the vanilla extract over the warm mix, tossing lightly to distribute the flavor.
Allow the mix to cool completely on the baking sheet before transferring it to an airtight container.
Serve as a delicious low-fat snack for gatherings or enjoy as a treat on your own.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2618 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 21.6 g | 28% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.1 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4514 mg | 196% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 583.0 g | 212% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 77.5 g | 277% | |
| Total Sugars | 112.8 g | ||
| Protein | 70.6 g | 141% | |
| Vitamin D | 10.7 mcg | 53% | |
| Calcium | 868 mg | 67% | |
| Iron | 186.0 mg | 1033% | |
| Potassium | 3093 mg | 66% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
