Description
A delightful holiday treat combining crunchy cereal, pretzels, and nuts with buttery richness and festive spices.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups Chex Cereal (rice or corn)
- 2 cups pretzels (any shape)
- 1 cup nuts (pecans or almonds)
- 1/2 cup salted butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips or M&Ms (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C).
- Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine Chex cereal, pretzels, and nuts; gently stir.
- Melt the butter in a small saucepan or microwave, then whisk in garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and seasoned salt.
- Pour the butter mixture over the dry ingredients and toss to coat evenly.
- Spread the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for approximately 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes.
- Add sweet elements (if using) during the last 10 minutes of baking.
- Remove from the oven and cool completely before transferring to an airtight container.
Notes
Ensure even coating and allow to cool for the perfect crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Chex Mix, holiday snack, party recipe, family recipe, Christmas treat