The Best Chex Mix
Crispy, savory, and packed with irresistible flavor, "The Best Chex Mix" is the ultimate snack for every occasion. This homemade party mix combines the perfect trio of Corn Chex, Rice Chex, and Wheat Chex cereals, complemented by crunchy mini pretzels, cheesy crackers, and a medley of nuts. Tossed in a buttery blend of Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and seasoned salt, this oven-toasted treat is evenly coated and deliciously seasoned. Simple to prepare with just 10 minutes of prep time and a low-and-slow bake for that perfect crunch, this classic recipe is ideal for game days, holiday gatherings, or as a make-ahead snack. Once you try it, store it in an airtight container to savor up to two weeks, though we doubt it will last that long! Embrace the ease and flavor of this crowd-pleasing homemade snack mix.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups Corn Chex cereal
- 3 cups Rice Chex cereal
- 3 cups Wheat Chex cereal
- 1 cup Mini pretzels
- 1 cup Cheese crackers
- 1 cup Mixed nuts
- 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1.5 teaspoons Seasoned salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C).
In a large mixing bowl, combine the Corn Chex, Rice Chex, Wheat Chex, mini pretzels, cheese crackers, and mixed nuts.
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter in short increments, stirring every 15-20 seconds until fully melted.
Stir the Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and seasoned salt into the melted butter until combined.
Slowly pour the butter mixture over the dry ingredients, while gently stirring to evenly coat all pieces.
Spread the mixture evenly onto two large rimmed baking sheets or roasting pans.
Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes to ensure even toasting.
Once done, remove from the oven and let the mix cool completely on the baking sheets.
Store the Chex Mix in an airtight container for up to two weeks, or enjoy immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
349 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.2 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 16 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 885 mg | 38% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.2 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.9 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.8 g | ||
| Protein | 6.8 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.6 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 220 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 12.8 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 205 mg | 4% | |
*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.
