The Kitchn: Mix it up with this sweet-savory snack combo
Ever wonder why snack mixes are called party mixes? I suspect it's because, like parties that have an interesting mix of people, snack mixes are always an interesting combination of ingredients, with every handful different from the last. This recipe is a hybrid of traditional Chex mix and those delicious honey-mustard crunchy pretzels. Are you ready to join the party?
A good mix of crunchy things is the name of the game here. Pick your favorite unsweetened Chex cereal and add mini pretzels, peanuts and, my personal favorite, bagel chips. Coat everything in a mixture of melted butter, honey, lots of mustard powder, and onion powder before baking it in a low-heat oven for maximum crispness.
There's a lot of flexibility in this recipe; you can swap in your favorite nuts if you don't like peanuts, or try cute little oyster crackers instead of bagel chips. This sweet-savory snack mix makes a big batch and keeps very well, so it's perfect for your next game-day gathering or movie night.
Honey-Mustard Snack Mix
Makes about 10 cups
5 cups Chex cereal of your choice (or combination)
2 cups mini pretzels or mini pretzel rods
2 cups regular bagel chips (broken into small pieces) or mini bagel chips
1 1/2 cups honey-roasted peanuts
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