Save to Pinterest A crunchy, sweet-and-salty snack mix featuring classic Chex cereals, pretzels, and festive candies—perfect for holiday gatherings and presented in a vibrant red and green bowl cluster.
Ingredients
- Rice Chex: 3 cups
- Corn Chex: 3 cups
- Wheat Chex: 2 cups
- Mini pretzels: 1 cup
- Roasted peanuts: 1 cup (optional or substitute with pumpkin seeds for nut-free)
- Red and green chocolate candies: 1 cup (such as M&Ms)
- White chocolate chips: 1 cup
- Unsalted butter: 6 tbsp, melted
- Light brown sugar: 2 tbsp
- Worcestershire sauce: 2 tbsp
- Garlic powder: 1 tsp
- Onion powder: 1 tsp
- Smoked paprika: 1/2 tsp
- Kosher salt: 1/2 tsp
Instructions
- Preheat oven:
- Preheat oven to 250°F (120°C)
- Combine dry ingredients:
- In a large bowl, combine Rice Chex, Corn Chex, Wheat Chex, pretzels, and peanuts
- Mix coating:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together melted butter, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and salt
- Coat mix:
- Pour the butter mixture over the dry mix, tossing gently to coat evenly
- Spread on baking sheet:
- Spread the mixture in an even layer on a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper
- Bake:
- Bake for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes to ensure even toasting
- Cool and add candies:
- Let cool completely, then stir in red and green chocolate candies and white chocolate chips
- Serve:
- Serve in a festive red and green bowl cluster for holiday flair
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Save to Pinterest Recipe FAQs
- → Can I make this mix nut-free?
Yes, substitute roasted peanuts with pumpkin seeds or extra pretzels to keep it nut-free without compromising flavor.
- → How long should I bake the mix?
Bake at 250°F (120°C) for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes to ensure even toasting and coating.
- → What is the best way to store this snack mix?
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week to maintain freshness and crunch.
- → Can I add other festive ingredients?
Dried cranberries or other seasonal dried fruits can be added after baking to enhance festive flavor and texture.
- → What flavors give this mix its unique taste?
The combination of melted butter, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and spices like garlic, onion, and smoked paprika provides a rich sweet-savory balance.