Description
This Dill Pickle-Inspired Snack Mix combines tangy dill pickle flavors with crunchy Chex cereal, pretzel sticks, peanuts, and dill pickle chips, all coated in a savory buttery seasoning. A quick, versatile, and crowd-pleasing snack perfect for game days or movie nights.
Ingredients
- 3 cups Chex cereal (your favorite flavor)
- 2 cups pretzel sticks
- 1 cup salted roasted peanuts
- 1 cup dill pickle chips, chopped
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons dill pickle juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried dill weed
- Salt, as desired
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set oven to 250°F (120°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine Chex cereal, pretzel sticks, peanuts, and chopped dill pickle chips.
- Prepare Seasoning: Whisk melted butter, dill pickle juice, garlic powder, onion powder, dried dill, and a pinch of salt in a bowl.
- Coat the Mix: Pour seasoning over the dry ingredients. Stir to coat evenly.
- Bake: Spread mixture on the baking sheet. Bake for 30-40 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes.
- Cool and Store: Cool completely before transferring to an airtight container for storage.
Notes
- For extra crunch, ensure the mix is spread in a single layer while baking.
- Adjust salt levels if using salted butter.
- Experiment with add-ins like chili powder or Parmesan cheese for variations.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-40 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
