Holiday Mix Sweet Salty (Print Version)

Crunchy blend of cereals, pretzels, peanuts, and festive candies for joyful gatherings.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cereals

01 - 3 cups Rice Chex cereal
02 - 3 cups Corn Chex cereal
03 - 2 cups Wheat Chex cereal

→ Savory Additions

04 - 1 cup mini pretzels
05 - 1 cup roasted peanuts (optional; substitute with pumpkin seeds for nut-free)

→ Sweet Additions

06 - 1 cup red and green chocolate candies (e.g., M&Ms)
07 - 1 cup white chocolate chips

→ Coating

08 - 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
09 - 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
10 - 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
11 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
12 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
13 - ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
14 - ½ teaspoon kosher salt

# How to Make It:

01 - Set the oven to 250°F to prepare for toasting the mix.
02 - In a large bowl, mix Rice Chex, Corn Chex, Wheat Chex, mini pretzels, and roasted peanuts.
03 - Whisk melted butter, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and kosher salt together in a separate bowl.
04 - Pour the butter mixture evenly over the dry ingredients, tossing gently to coat fully.
05 - Spread the coated mixture evenly on a parchment-lined large baking sheet.
06 - Bake for one hour, stirring every 15 minutes to ensure even toasting.
07 - Cool completely, then fold in red and green chocolate candies along with white chocolate chips.
08 - Transfer to a festive red and green bowl cluster and present for holiday enjoyment.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Combines sweet and savory flavors
  • Easy to prepare with minimal cooking time
02 -
  • For a nut-free version, substitute nuts with additional pretzels or seeds
  • Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week
03 -
  • Stir the mix every 15 minutes while baking to ensure even toasting
  • Use parchment paper to prevent sticking and allow easy cleanup
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