Description
Winter Cajun Chex Mix is the ultimate snack for cozy nights and festive gatherings. This delectable mix combines crunchy Chex cereal, pretzels, mixed nuts, and popped popcorn with a spicy Cajun seasoning that warms your heart and tantalizes your taste buds. Ready in just 40 minutes, this easy-to-make recipe delivers bold flavors in every bite, making it the perfect companion for movie nights or game days. Gather your loved ones around for a delicious snacking experience that?s sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups corn or rice Chex cereal
- 1 cup bite-sized pretzels
- 1 cup unsalted mixed nuts
- 2 cups lightly salted popped popcorn
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)
- 2 tbsp olive oil (extra virgin recommended)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 250?F (120?C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine Chex cereal, pretzels, mixed nuts, and popped popcorn.
- In another bowl, whisk together olive oil, Cajun seasoning, and garlic powder.
- Pour the oil mixture over the dry ingredients and stir gently until well coated.
- Spread evenly on the baking sheet and bake for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes.
- Serve warm or allow to cool completely before storing in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg