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Holiday Chex Mix

Amazing 14-Cup Holiday Chex Mix Secret


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  • Author: AlaraKohn
  • Total Time: 1 hour 0 minutes
  • Yield: About 14 cups
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Make this festive Holiday Chex Mix for a simple, crowd-pleasing snack. This recipe is easy to follow and brings the comfort of family memories to your table.


Ingredients

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  • 12 cups Chex cereal (mix of Rice, Corn, and Wheat recommended)
  • 1 cup pretzels
  • 1 cup mixed nuts (like pecans or almonds)
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika


Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 250 degrees F.
  2. In a very large bowl, combine the Chex cereal, pretzels, and nuts.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and paprika.
  4. Pour the butter mixture evenly over the cereal mixture. Gently stir until all pieces are lightly coated.
  5. Spread the coated mixture onto two large, rimmed baking sheets in a single layer.
  6. Bake for 25 minutes. Remove from the oven and stir the mixture.
  7. Return to the oven and bake for another 20 to 25 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
  8. Remove from the oven and let cool completely on the baking sheets before serving or storing.

Notes

  • You can adjust the seasoning amount to your taste.
  • For extra flavor, add 1 tablespoon of seasoned salt with the dry spices.
  • Cooling completely is key for the mix to get crispy.
  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: About 170
  • Sugar: About 2g
  • Sodium: About 250mg
  • Fat: About 9g
  • Saturated Fat: About 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: About 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: About 20g
  • Fiber: About 1g
  • Protein: About 3g
  • Cholesterol: About 6mg