Description
Delight in the festive spirit with this Christmas Chex mix—a perfect balance of sweet and salty crunch that brings joy to every holiday gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups Chex cereal (any combination: rice, corn, or wheat)
- 2 cups mini pretzels
- 1 cup roasted salted peanuts
- 1 cup M&M's (festive colors)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp seasoned salt
Instructions
- Preheat Your Oven: Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix It Up: In a large mixing bowl, combine the Chex cereal, mini pretzels, and roasted peanuts. Stir gently until evenly mixed.
- Prepare the Sweet Coating: In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Stir in brown sugar and seasoned salt until bubbly.
- Dress Your Mix: Pour the melted mixture over the cereal blend, ensuring everything is well coated. Use a spatula to fold and mix thoroughly.
- Bake It Up: Spread the mixture evenly on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for about one hour, stirring every fifteen minutes for even browning.
- Let It Cool: Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely on the baking sheet before transferring to bowls or festive bags.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (50g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize your mix by adding different nuts or seasonal candies for added flair. For an extra flavor boost, consider adding spices like cinnamon or nutmeg.