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Slow Cooker Chex Mix Recipe

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  • Author: Sara
  • Total Time: 3 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings

Description

This Slow Cooker Chex Mix is a deliciously crunchy and savory snack mix made with a combination of Chex cereals, pretzels, Cheerios, and peanuts, seasoned with a buttery Worcestershire sauce blend. Perfect for parties, game days, or anytime snacking, this recipe uses a slow cooker for easy preparation and a unique texture.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 9 cups Chex cereal (equal parts corn, rice, and wheat Chex)
  • 2 cups pretzels
  • 1 cup Cheerios
  • 1 cup peanuts

Seasoning Sauce

  • 1/3 cup (6 Tablespoons) butter, melted and hot
  • 1 Tablespoon seasoned salt
  • 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Dry Mix: Add the Chex cereal, pretzels, Cheerios, and peanuts to the bowl of a slow cooker, ensuring they are evenly combined for consistent flavor distribution.
  2. Make Seasoning Sauce: In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted hot butter and seasoned salt until the salt is fully dissolved. Stir in Worcestershire sauce, and add garlic powder if using, mixing until smooth.
  3. Combine Sauce and Mix: Drizzle the seasoning sauce evenly over the cereal mixture in the slow cooker. Toss the mix thoroughly for about one minute to ensure all pieces are coated evenly.
  4. Slow Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook on the low setting for 3 hours. Stir the mix at the 1-hour, 2-hour, and 2.5-hour marks to prevent burning and promote even cooking.
  5. Cool and Store: Once cooking is complete, spread the Chex Mix in an even layer across baking sheets or parchment paper and allow it to cool completely to room temperature. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to three weeks.
  6. Tip for Condensation: If your slow cooker doesn’t have a vent hole, place a towel or layers of paper towels under the lid to absorb condensation and prevent soggy mix.

Notes

  • If you want to add a little garlic flavor, include the optional garlic powder in the seasoning sauce.
  • Stirring the mix periodically during slow cooking prevents burning and ensures uniform flavoring.
  • Cooling the mixture completely before storing helps maintain the crunchiness of the Chex Mix.
  • Use a slow cooker with a vent to avoid excessive moisture buildup; otherwise, a towel under the lid works well.
  • This recipe yields a large batch perfect for gatherings or to have on hand for snacks throughout the week.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 3 hours
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://saraflavors.com/slow-cooker-chex-mix-recipe/