How do you Chex Mix?

[MarMill]

We pretty much go by the box without pretzels.

 

[badolds]

Extra rye chips.

 

[DataDude]

I use Crispix.....

 

[Tywithay]

Use the recipe from the box, but on the smoker instead of the oven.

 

[MarMill]

Use the recipe from the box, but on the smoker instead of the oven.

Interesting. We use the microwave. How do you use the smoker?

 

[Bernoulli]

We pretty much go by the box without pretzels.

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I definitely use pretzels.

 

[tahoebum]

Light on the pretzels and add almonds and extra butter.

 

[Gyro25]

I eat them out of the bag.........?

 

[Tywithay]

Interesting. We use the microwave. How do you use the smoker?

I stir the chex mix and seasonings together in a large bowl, then put it on a large baking sheet in as close to a single layer as possible. Typically use the electric to save time and I set it to 250F. Cook them for 45 minutes, giving them a stir every 15 minutes to ensure even browning. Usually use a light wood like cherry or mesquite and try not to oversmoke them. Just adds a little smoky flavor for some extra pizzazz. Even if I'm too lazy to roll out the smoker, I'll do the same thing in the oven for 45 minutes. The added crispness from toasting them makes a world of difference.

 

[MattyD-MPLS]

We pretty much go by the box without pretzels.

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You do it right! I buy it in the bag if I do Chex mix.

 

[IceyShanks]

Extra rye chips.

Same for us, my daughter's favorite!

We pretty much go by the box without pretzels.

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We add some mixed nuts, peanuts, etc.

 

[gkeller813]

I must be doing it wrong, I just grab a bag and eat...

 

[DataDude]

I use:

Crispix instead of Chex
Kirkland Deluxe Nut Mix
Cheerio's

For the seasoning:
Butter
Mustard
Worcestershire
Garlic Salt
Black Pepper
Celery Salt

I put Worcestershire and mustard on the top while baking and then mix it in after finished baking.

 

[WICHITAREJECT]

wife does very similar to @DataDude , the dang nuts are about $10 so it is a pricey snack!!

 

[Greg Kulbick]

 

[Sox_Fan]

However my wife makes it. She definitely adds pretzels, pecans and rye chips to the cereal mix. It is always magical however she prepares it.

 

[Greg Kulbick]

However my wife makes it. She definitely adds pretzels, pecans and rye chips to the cereal mix. It is always magical however she prepares it.

You're in south Georgia, everything you eat has to have pecans in it by law.

 

[Sox_Fan]

You're in south Georgia, everything you eat has to have pecans in it by law.

Haha. Good point! I have no issue with that law.

 

[links_slayer]

double (or triple) the sauce

sometimes w/ crispix
sometimes add cheerios
sometimes sub cashews for the mixed nuts

 

[Thrillbilly Jim]

I don’t!

 

[AndyL0711]

my sister in law makes a great chex mix for the holidays...we call it "Christmas crack". if i get the recipe i will post it.

 

[baylrballa]

wife brought some of this home the other week. ate way too much.

 

[Drumdog]

I pick out the rye chips and throw away the rest.

 

[G-Man]

Gotta love the bag of heat...


I miss making the chex mix at home, but bag is convenient!

 

[Bcape9]

I usually Chex Mix until I am uncomfortably full.