Description
A zesty and savory Dill Pickle Chex Mix featuring crunchy cereals, bagel chips, pretzels, and cashews, all coated in a tangy dill pickle and ranch butter seasoning. Perfect for snacking or party platters, this mix is baked to crispy perfection with the bright flavors of dill and garlic.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 8 cups Corn or Rice Chex cereal
- 2 cups bagel chips
- 1 cup pretzel sticks
- 1 cup cashew pieces
Seasoning Mix
- 6 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 (1 ounce) package dry Ranch seasoning
- 1 tablespoon dill pickle juice (from jar of pickles)
- 1 tablespoon dried dill
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 250°F to prepare for baking the Chex Mix slowly and evenly.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, mix together the Corn or Rice Chex cereal, bagel chips, pretzel sticks, and cashew pieces to form the base of your snack mix.
- Mix Seasoning: In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, dry Ranch seasoning, dill pickle juice, dried dill, and garlic powder until fully blended to create a flavorful coating.
- Coat Snack Mix: Pour the butter and seasoning mixture over the dry Chex Mix, tossing gently but thoroughly so every piece is evenly coated with the savory dill pickle flavor.
- Prepare for Baking: Spread the coated mixture evenly on a large rimmed baking sheet to ensure even cooking without sogginess.
- Bake and Stir: Bake the mix in the preheated oven for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes to keep the mix from sticking and to promote uniform crispness.
- Cool the Mix: After baking, transfer the Chex Mix onto parchment paper or aluminum foil to cool completely; this helps it crisp up further and sets the flavors.
- Store Properly: Store cooled Chex Mix in an airtight container at room temperature, where it will remain fresh and crispy for up to 2 weeks.
Notes
- Stirring every 15 minutes during baking is crucial to prevent burning and ensure all pieces are evenly crisped.
- You can substitute cashew pieces with other nuts like almonds or peanuts if preferred.
- Adjust the amount of dill pickle juice to taste depending on how tangy you like your mix.
- Store in airtight containers to maintain freshness and crunchiness.
- For a gluten-free option, ensure all chips and seasonings are certified gluten-free.
