Easy Chex Mix Recipe
This easy Chex Mix recipe combines crispy cereal, pretzels, cheese crackers, and cashews, coated in a flavorful blend of melted butter, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and Mediterranean spices, baked to perfection for a delicious snack.
Servings 10 -12 Servings
Calories 250kcal
Ingredients
- 3 cups Chex rice cereal
- 3 cups pretzels or pretzel sticks
- 3 cups cheese crackers
- 2 cups roasted cashews unsalted or lightly salted
- 6 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon kosher sea salt
- 1 teaspoon Mediterranean spices
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat and set it aside.
- In an extra-large mixing bowl, combine the Chex rice cereal, pretzels or pretzel sticks, cheese crackers, and roasted cashews.
- In a small microwave-safe bowl, add the butter. Place it in the microwave and heat for 45 seconds to 1 minute on HIGH until completely melted.
- Add the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, kosher sea salt, and Mediterranean spices to the melted butter. Whisk until well combined.
- Pour the butter mixture over the dry ingredients in the mixing bowl. Toss gently to ensure the dry ingredients are evenly coated.
- Transfer the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Spread it out evenly in a single layer.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, stirring the mixture at the 15 and 30-minute marks to ensure even baking.
- Once done, remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the Chex mix to cool completely before serving or storing.
- Optionally, you can sprinkle an extra amount of Mediterranean spices and drizzle some balsamic vinegar over the Chex mix before serving.
Notes
- Use unsalted or lightly salted cashews to control the overall saltiness of the mix.
- Make sure to stir the melted butter well to ensure it is evenly distributed when combined with the other ingredients.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of Mediterranean spices according to your personal taste preferences.
- If you prefer a spicier mix, you can add a pinch of cayenne pepper or your favorite hot sauce to the butter mixture.
- Consider adding dried herbs like rosemary or thyme to enhance the flavor profile.
- Don't overcrowd the baking sheet to ensure even baking and crispy texture.
- After baking, store the Chex mix in an airtight container to maintain its crunchiness.
- Experiment with different mix-ins such as dried fruit, mini chocolate chips, or toasted coconut for added variety.
- If you're short on time, you can prepare the butter mixture ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator until ready to use.
- Enjoy the Chex mix as a snack for parties, movie nights, or whenever you're craving a tasty treat!
Nutrition
Serving: 1Serving | Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 400mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g