This Savory Crunch Snack Mix is a flavorful, satisfying blend of textures and tastes—perfect for parties, road trips, or everyday snacking. Packed with whole grains, nuts, and seeds, it offers a healthier twist on traditional snack mixes while still delivering big flavor. The combination of Rice Chex, pretzels, corn nuts, and nuts is lightly tossed in olive oil and seasoned with a zesty blend of spices, making it both crave-worthy and customizable. It’s easy to prepare in batches and stays crunchy for days—if it lasts that long!
Ingredients
Rice_Chex
– 3 cups
Corn_Nuts
– 1 cup (unsalted or lightly salted)
Pretzel_sticks
– 1 cup (choose unsalted or low sodium)
Sunflower_seeds
– ½ cup (unsalted)
Almonds
– ½ cup (or your choice of nuts like cashews, lightly salted or unsalted)
Olive_oil
– 2 tbsp (or melted butter for a richer taste)
Worcestershire_sauce
– 1 tbsp (low-sodium version)
Garlic_powder
– 1 tsp
Onion_powder
– 1 tsp
Smoked_paprika
– ½ tsp (optional, for a smoky flavor)
Dried_thyme_or_oregano
– ½ tsp (optional for an herby touch)
Black_pepper
– ¼ tsp (freshly ground)
Sea_salt
– Pinch (optional and use sparingly to taste)
Instructions
Step 1
reheat the oven to 275°F (135°C).
Step 2
Prepare your baking sheet: Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat for easy cleanup.
Step 3
Mix the dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the Rice Chex, Corn Nuts, pretzel sticks, sunflower seeds, and almonds.
Step 4
Make the seasoning mix: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil (or melted butter), Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika (if using), dried thyme or oregano (if using), black pepper, and a pinch of sea salt. Stir well until everything is combined.
Step 5
Coat the mix: Pour the seasoning mixture over the dry ingredients and toss everything together gently to coat evenly. Make sure all the Chex cereal and crunchy bits are well-coated with the seasoning.
Step 6
Bake: Spread the mixture evenly on the prepared baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes to ensure even toasting.
Step 7
Cool: Once the Chex Mix is golden and crispy, remove it from the oven and let it cool on the baking sheet. The mix will continue to crisp up as it cools.
Step 8
Serve and enjoy: Once cooled, store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.