Dill Pickle Chex Mix: A Tangy Snack Sensation Recipe
Dill Pickle Chex Mix is a crunchy and tangy snack combining Rice and Corn Chex cereals with pretzels and cashews, all coated in a flavorful blend of dill pickle juice, butter, and spices. Baked to crispy perfection, this savory treat is perfect for snacking anytime.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 10 cups 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Chex Mix Base
- 4 cups Rice Chex cereal
- 4 cups Corn Chex cereal
- 2 cups pretzels (mini twists or sticks)
- 1 cup cashews (or any other nut of your choice)
Seasoning Mixture
- 1/4 cup dill pickle juice
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dill weed
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon dill pickle seasoning (optional, for extra flavor)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C) to prepare for baking the Chex mix.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the Rice Chex cereal, Corn Chex cereal, pretzels, and cashews. Stir until all components are evenly distributed.
- Prepare Seasoning: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, dill pickle juice, garlic powder, onion powder, dill weed, salt, black pepper, and dill pickle seasoning if using, to create a flavorful coating.
- Coat the Mix: Pour the butter and seasoning mixture over the dry Chex mix ingredients. Gently stir to ensure every piece is thoroughly coated.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Spread the coated mixture evenly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to avoid sticking and facilitate even cooking.
- Bake the Mix: Bake in the preheated oven for about 45 minutes. Stir the mixture every 15 minutes to cook evenly and prevent burning.
- Cool: Once golden and crispy, remove from the oven and allow the mix to cool completely on the baking sheet, which helps it crisp up further.
- Store: After cooling, store the Dill Pickle Chex Mix in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks for optimal freshness and crunch.
Notes
- Use your favorite nuts; almonds or peanuts also work well.
- Adjust the amount of dill pickle juice for more or less tanginess according to preference.
- The optional salt can be omitted if using salted nuts or pretzels.
- Stirring every 15 minutes during baking is important to avoid burning and ensure even coating.
- Ensure the mix cools completely before storing to maintain crispness.
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