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Chex Mix Christmas

Chex Mix Christmas
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Chex Mix Christmas is a crunchy, flavorful, and festive snack mix combining savory, salty, and sweet elements. Easy to make in under 30 minutes, it features a blend of Chex cereal, mixed nuts, pretzels, and a buttery seasoning sauce with garlic and onion powders. Perfect for holiday parties, gifting, or cozy snacking, this versatile Chex Mix stays fresh for weeks and can be customized with various add-ins and dietary modifications.

Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

  • 4 cups Chex cereal (original or gluten-free)
  • 1 cup mixed nuts
  • 1 cup pretzels

Seasoning Sauce

  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon seasoned salt

Optional Sweet Touch

  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar or 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Oven and Pan: Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to ensure easy cleanup and even roasting.
  2. Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the Chex cereal, mixed nuts, and pretzels. Stir gently to distribute everything evenly.
  3. Prepare the Seasoning Sauce: In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Once melted, whisk in Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and seasoned salt until fully blended and fragrant.
  4. Combine and Coat: Pour the warm seasoning sauce over the cereal mixture. Use a spatula to toss everything thoroughly so each piece is coated with the flavorful butter blend.
  5. Bake Low and Slow: Spread the coated mixture evenly on your prepared baking sheet. Bake for about 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes to ensure even toasting without burning.
  6. Cool and Add Optional Sweet Touch: Remove from oven and let cool completely on the baking sheet. If desired, sprinkle brown sugar or mini chocolate chips on top when the mix is slightly cooled but still warm enough for toppings to stick.

Notes

  • Use fresh cereal and nuts to maintain crunch and flavor.
  • Bake at low temperature and stir frequently to avoid burning.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning sauce to your preference before coating.
  • Allow the mix to cool completely to crisp up and avoid sogginess.
  • Store in an airtight container to keep fresh for up to two weeks.

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Keywords: Chex Mix, holiday snack, crunchy snack, festive snack mix, gluten-free snack, party snack, homemade gift, savory sweet snack

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