Looking for a delicious twist on the classic snack mix? Try Spicy Chex Mix! Infused with just the right amount of cayenne pepper, this savory snack packs a punch and is sure to be a hit at any party. Plus, it's freezer-friendly, making it perfect for meal prep or snacking on the go.
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Keyword Chex Party Mix, spicy chex mix
Prep Time 15 minutesminutes
Cook Time 1 hourhour
Total Time 1 hourhour15 minutesminutes
Servings 14cups
Calories 311kcal
Author Sue Ringsdorf
Ingredients
For the snacks:
3cupscorn chex
3cupsrice chex
2cupswheat chex
2cupsBugles
2cupspretzels
1cuppeanuts
M&Ms and/or raisins- optional (added after baking)
For the seasoning:
1/2cupunsalted butter- melted
3TablespoonsWorcestershire Sauce
2teaspoonsseasoned salt- like Lawry's
1teaspoononion powder
1teaspoongarlic powder
1 ½teaspooncayenne pepper- or more for extra spice
Instructions
Preheat oven to 250 degrees. Prepare a large baking sheet with baking spray (or parchment paper).
Combine 13-14 cups of dry ingredients in a large bowl. You can combine any snacks you like, but I used corn chex, rice chex, wheat chex, bugles, pretzels, and peanuts. You can also use various other snacks.
In a measuring cup, combine the melted butter, Worcestershire sauce, and seasonings (seasoned salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper). Mix well and then pour over the dry ingredients. Stir well.
Spread the cereal mixture on the prepared pan and bake in the preheated oven for an hour, stirring every 15 minutes.
Spread some paper towels on the kitchen counter. Then spoon the chex mix on the paper towels to dry.
Repeat the process (if desired) until you run out of ingredients.
After the mix is cooled, add M&Ms and/or raisins (if desired).
Notes
Change up the mix-ins according to what you like best!
This mix stores well on the countertop, in an airtight container, for up to five days.
You can freeze the party mix, for up to six months.