Chex Mix Oven Recipe

Chex Mix Oven Recipe

36 servings
This classic Chex mix is perfect. Each pieces is coated with savory seasoned goodness and it is baked to crisp perfection. There are no little packets of mix to remember, just simple ingredients you are likely to already have in your pantry. It is good for holiday gatherings, parties, road trip snacks and more.

Ingredients

  • butter
    6 tbsp
  • worcestershire sauce
    2 tbsp
  • seasoned salt
    1 ½ tsp
  • garlic powder
    1 tsp
  • onion powder
    ½ tsp
  • corn chex
    3 c
  • rice chex
    3 c
  • wheat chex
    3 c
  • peanuts
    1 c
  • pretzels
    2 c
  • cheese crackers
    2 c

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 250°F

  2. 2

    Place 6 Tablespoons butter in the bottom of a large roasting pan. Put in oven until butter is melted.

  3. 3

    Add the 2 Tablespoons Worcestershire sauce, 1½ teaspoons seasoned salt, 1 teaspoon garlic powder and ½ teaspoon onion powder to the melted butter and stir to combine.

  4. 4

    Stir in 3 cups corn Chex, 3 cups rice Chex, 3 cups wheat Chex, 1 cup peanuts, 2 cups pretzels, and 2 cups cheese crackers until everything is coated with the spiced butter mixture.

  5. 5

    Bake the cereal mixture for an hour, stirring every 15 minutes.

  6. 6

    Spread baked Chex mix out over wax paper and allow to cool completely before placing in an airtight container to store.

Chex Mix Oven Recipe

Chex Mix Oven Recipe

70 min36 servings203 cal

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About this Recipe

Craving that quintessential, savory crunch perfect for any occasion? This classic Chex Mix Oven Recipe delivers homemade goodness, ditching the pre-made packets for simple ingredients you likely have on hand to create a truly irresistible snack.

What sets this Chex mix apart is its made-from-scratch seasoned coating, ensuring every piece of cereal, pretzel, and cracker is infused with savory flavor. Baking it in the oven achieves that irresistible crisp perfection, resulting in a snack far superior to any store-bought alternative.

Prepare for a symphony of savory notes, thanks to a robust blend of butter, Worcestershire sauce, seasoned salt, garlic powder, and onion powder. Each bite offers a delightful crunch, from the satisfying snap of corn, rice, and wheat Chex to the salty crispness of pretzels and cheese crackers, all complemented by the rich flavor of peanuts. This generously portioned mix is incredibly easy to prepare and is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser, delivering comforting, seasoned deliciousness that begs to be shared.

  • Customization & Variations Feel free to get creative with your mix! While this recipe uses corn, rice, and wheat Chex, you could swap one for another favorite cereal. Instead of peanuts, try mixed nuts like cashews or almonds for a different flavor profile. For the crackers, experiment with different shapes or types of cheese crackers to suit your preference, or even add a different kind of small cracker.

This savory snack mix is an absolute essential for any gathering, from festive holiday parties to casual get-togethers. It's also the ideal companion for long road trips or simply enjoying during an evening at home, offering a satisfying bite every time.

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