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Classic Chex Mix

Corn and rice cereal squares are tossed with pretzels, nuts, and a savory butter seasoning, then baked until crisp and golden.

⏱ 10 minPrep time
🔥 60 minCook time
🍽 10Servings
🏷 AppetizerCategory
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Classic Chex Mix

Chex Mix was created in the 1950s after Ralston Purina, the maker of Chex cereal, began printing a seasoned snack mix recipe on the back of its cereal boxes. It quickly became a beloved American party snack, especially around the holidays, prized for its salty, buttery, herb-seasoned crunch.

Salty, buttery, and endlessly snackable

Corn and rice cereal squares are tossed with pretzels, nuts, and a savory butter seasoning, then baked until crisp and golden.

Step by stepInstructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 120°C.
  2. Combine the cereals, pretzels, and nuts in a large bowl.
  3. Whisk together the melted butter, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt.
  4. Pour over the cereal mixture and toss until evenly coated.
  5. Spread on a baking sheet and bake 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes.
  6. Cool completely before serving or storing.

💡 Chef tips & storage

Stirring frequently while baking is key to even toasting and prevents burning. Store in an airtight container to keep it crisp for up to two weeks.

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Recipe details

Prep10 min
Cook60 min
Servings10
CategoryAppetizer
PublishedAugust 12, 2026
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