Have you ever tried store-bought Chex Mix and thought, “It’s okay, but it’s missing something?” If so, prepare to have your mind blown. This homemade Pioneer Woman Chex Mix recipe is a game-changer. Forget those bland bagged snacks – this version is bursting with bold flavor, incredible crunch, and it’s utterly addictive. Discover why this recipe, inspired by the famous Pioneer Woman, is about to become your new favorite snack.
I didn’t grow up eating homemade Chex mix. Like many, my experience was limited to the pre-packaged bags from the grocery store – you know, the kind that’s heavy on salt and mystery ingredients. It was alright, a passable snack, but certainly nothing to rave about. That all changed when I stumbled upon the Pioneer Woman Chex Mix recipe online a few years ago. Intrigued by the rave reviews, I decided to try making it myself. The result? A revelation! It was an instant hit with everyone in my family. In fact, we loved it so much, it’s almost embarrassing to admit how long it took me to remember to make it again!
Recently, while searching for new lunchbox ideas for my daughter, I was flipping through my binder of internet recipes and there it was – the Pioneer Woman Chex Mix recipe! It was like rediscovering a treasure. Seriously, this homemade Chex Mix is in a completely different league compared to the store-bought version. The flavor is incredibly bold and savory, the crunch is satisfyingly addictive, and it’s just…irresistible. I’m not kidding when I say I could easily devour an entire bag of this in one sitting. I’ve had to practice serious self-control to not do just that! This snack mix keeps well in an airtight container (that is, if it lasts longer than a day in your house!). It’s perfect for any time snacking, road trips, parties – you name it. And be warned: addiction is a real possibility with this Pioneer Woman Chex Mix!
Recipe adapted from Pioneer Woman Cooks
Ingredients
- 3 cups Corn Chex cereal
- 3 cups Wheat Chex cereal
- 3 cups Rice Chex cereal
- 2 cups Pretzel sticks
- 2 cups Mixed nuts
- 8 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 6 dashes Tabasco sauce (or more, to taste)
- 3 cloves Garlic, crushed
- ¾ teaspoon Granulated garlic
- ¼ teaspoon Salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C). Prepare two large baking sheets.
- In a large bowl, combine the Corn Chex, Wheat Chex, Rice Chex, pretzel sticks, and mixed nuts.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter. Add the Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco sauce, crushed garlic, granulated garlic, and salt to the melted butter. Stir to combine.
- Pour the butter mixture over the cereal mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated.
- Spread the Chex Mix evenly onto the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes to ensure even toasting.
- Remove from the oven and let the Pioneer Woman Chex Mix cool completely on the baking sheets before storing it in an airtight container. Enjoy this incredibly addictive snack!
