Description
A classic and irresistible Chex Party Mix recipe combining a variety of crunchy cereals, nuts, pretzels, and flavorful seasonings baked to perfection. This savory snack mix is perfect for parties, gatherings, or anytime you crave a tasty, crunchy treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 2 pounds Mixed Nuts
- 14 oz Wheat Chex
- 7 oz Corn Chex
- 7 oz Rice Chex
- 10 oz Cheerios
- 2 bags Pretzel Sticks (approximately 9–10 oz each)
Wet Ingredients
- 2 cups Canola Oil or Melted Butter
Seasonings
- 2 Tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce
- 1 Tablespoon Garlic Salt
- 1 Tablespoon Lawry’s Seasoned Salt
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 250º F (120º C) to ensure a low and slow baking process that crisps the mix without burning.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing pot or bowl, thoroughly mix together the mixed nuts, Wheat Chex, Corn Chex, Rice Chex, Cheerios, and pretzel sticks, ensuring even distribution of all components.
- Add Oil and Seasonings: Pour in the canola oil or melted butter along with Worcestershire sauce, garlic salt, and Lawry’s seasoned salt. Stir gently but thoroughly to coat every piece evenly with the flavorful seasoning mixture.
- Bake and Stir: Cover the large pot or transfer the mixture to a large baking pan and place it in the preheated oven. Bake for 2 hours, stirring the mixture every 15 minutes. This step is crucial to allow even heating and seasoning absorption, preventing any pieces from burning.
- Cool and Serve: After baking, remove the party mix from the oven and let it cool completely before serving. This ensures the mix sets into a perfectly crunchy texture.
Notes
- Stirring every 15 minutes during baking is essential to prevent burning and ensure even coating of seasonings.
- Can substitute canola oil with melted butter for a richer flavor.
- Store the cooled party mix in an airtight container for up to two weeks to maintain freshness.
- For a spicier twist, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chili powder to the seasoning mix.
- Mix quantities can be adjusted to suit your preference for more nuts or cereals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Chex Party Mix, Snack Mix, Party Snack, Chex Mix Recipe, Savory Snack, Crunchy Snack
