Description
Dill Pickle Chex Mix is a flavorful and crunchy snack mix combining Chex cereals, pretzels, bagel chips, and cashews coated in a tangy dill pickle and ranch seasoning blend, baked to golden perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
Mix Ingredients
- 4 cups corn Chex cereal
- 4 cups rice Chex cereal
- 2 cups mini pretzel twists
- 2 cups bagel chips
- 1 cup cashew pieces
Seasoning Sauce
- 1/3 cup butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon dried dill
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 cup dill pickle juice
- 1 (1 oz) package ranch seasoning mix
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 250°F and line two rimmed baking sheets with parchment paper. Setting the oven early ensures it reaches the correct temperature before baking.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a very large bowl, combine the corn Chex, rice Chex, mini pretzel twists, bagel chips, and cashew pieces. This mix forms the crunchy base of the snack.
- Prepare Seasoning Sauce: In a small bowl, stir together the melted butter, dried dill, garlic powder, dill pickle juice, ranch seasoning mix, and white vinegar until well combined. This mixture will coat the dry ingredients with tangy and savory flavors.
- Mix Thoroughly: Pour the seasoning sauce over the Chex mixture and stir well to ensure all pieces are evenly coated with the flavorful blend.
- Arrange on Baking Sheets: Transfer the coated mixture onto the prepared baking sheets and spread out in a single layer to allow for even baking and crisping.
- Bake the Mix: Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, stirring halfway through baking to ensure even toasting and prevent burning. The mix should turn golden brown and crispy.
- Cool Completely: Remove from the oven and let the mix cool completely on the baking sheets. Cooling helps it crisp up further and readies it for serving.
- Serve and Enjoy: Once cooled, serve the Dill Pickle Chex Mix as a delicious snack for gatherings or casual munching.
Notes
- Use parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Stirring halfway through baking ensures even browning and crispiness.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the seasoning blend.
- Substitute cashews with almonds or peanuts if preferred.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
