Description
Spicy-sweet Hot Honey Chex Mix delivers an irresistible snack adventure with zesty chili peppers and golden honey drizzle. Perfect party companions will crave this addictive treat that combines crunchy cereal, nuts, and bold seasonings for maximum snacking pleasure.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 cups rice Chex cereal
- 3 cups corn Chex cereal
- 2 cups pretzels
- 1 cup roasted peanuts (or cashews)
Seasoning Ingredients:
- ½ cup (113 grams) butter, melted
- ¼ cup (85 grams) honey
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce (like Franks RedHot or Sriracha)
Spice Blend:
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust for spice level)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare the baking setup by lining a large sheet with parchment paper and heating the oven to a gentle 300 degrees Fahrenheit.
- In a spacious mixing vessel, tumble together the crunchy Chex cereal, twisted pretzels, and hearty peanuts until they’re well mingled.
- Craft the spicy-sweet glaze by gently melting butter in a small saucepan, then whisking in honey, fiery hot sauce, smoky paprika, zesty cayenne, aromatic garlic powder, and a pinch of salt until the mixture transforms into a harmonious, glossy coating.
- Drizzle the warm, vibrant glaze over the dry ingredients, using a gentle folding motion to ensure every morsel gets an even, glistening layer of flavor.
- Distribute the coated mixture across the prepared baking sheet in a uniform, single layer, creating opportunities for maximum crispiness.
- Slide the sheet into the preheated oven, allowing the mix to transform for 20-25 minutes. Midway through the cooking process, carefully stir the ingredients to promote even browning and ensure a perfectly crisp texture.
- Remove from the oven when the mixture reaches a golden, appetizing hue and allows a satisfying crunch with each bite.
Notes
- Customize heat levels by adjusting hot sauce quantity for spice-sensitive eaters or heat lovers.
- Swap peanuts with alternative nuts like almonds or cashews for different flavor profiles or nut allergies.
- Use gluten-free Chex and pretzels to make this recipe completely gluten-free and suitable for sensitive diets.
- Let the mix cool completely on the baking sheet to achieve maximum crispiness and prevent sogginess.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 1100 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg