Description
Indulge in this delightful Christmas Chex mix, a crunchy blend of cereals and nuts, perfect for holiday gatherings and cozy nights in.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups Rice Chex cereal
- 3 cups Corn Chex cereal
- 1 cup salted peanuts
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp seasoned salt
- 1 cup M&Ms or holiday sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C).
- Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine Rice Chex cereal, Corn Chex cereal, and salted peanuts. Stir gently until well mixed.
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Once melted, add Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and seasoned salt. Stir until combined.
- Pour the buttery mixture over the dry ingredients in the bowl. Toss everything together until evenly coated.
- Spread the mixture evenly onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake for approximately one hour, stirring every fifteen minutes to ensure even crispiness.
- After baking, allow it to cool slightly before tossing in M&Ms or holiday sprinkles for extra color and sweetness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (45g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For added crunch and flavor variations, consider mixing in your favorite nuts or dried fruits. If you want a spicy kick, add a dash of cayenne pepper to the buttery mixture. Store leftover Chex mix in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.