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Temperatures finally dipped into the low 40’s this week, complete with strong winds to bring in the cold front. So to celebrate? (Get ready….)

I. Went. Camping.

Yes, believe it. For the third time in my 26-years, I willingly chose to spend two nights with the bugs, spiders, snakes, little woodland creatures…and about 13 friends under the stars. Huddled, of course, in my sleeping bag with about 26.2 layers on. :) Seriously cannot remember the last time I was that cold. I think I deserve some sort of medal…

But as expected, the weekend was a blast. Love my friends, loved biking almost 30 miles to Hermann, MO (famous for its wineries) for some Oktoberfest fun, loved the laughs, stories, s’mores and doughboys shared, and of course….loved returning home to my warm bed last night. :D

Anyway, for my small contribution to our snack pile for the weekend, I whipped up a batch of my favorite party mix to bring along. This recipe, which is based off of the one originally printed on Chex Mix boxes, has long been a yummy tradition with my family. Pretty sure we made it all the time growing up, perhaps as much for the delicious smell that filled the house while it baked, as the actual party mix goodness itself. :) Now that I make it myself, I only include my favorite ingredients (listed below) complete with lots of seasoning, but feel free to sub in whatever you’d like (more ingredient ideas below in “Ali’s Tip”) and add or subtract seasoning to taste. Enjoy!!

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  • Prep Time: 4 minutes
  • Cook Time: 66 minutes
  • Total Time: 70 minutes
  • Yield: 6 -8 servings 1x
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This deliciously-seasoned party mix is always a crowd favorite!! (And it’s super-easy to make!) Detailed recipe and photos included.

Ingredients

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  • 6 cups toasted Chex or Crispix cereal (either corn, wheat, rice…or a combination!)
  • 1 cup peanuts
  • 3 cups pretzels
  • 2 cups Cheerios
  • 6 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
  • 3 Tbsp. butter (your preference – regular, Smart Balance, etc.)
  • 3 1/2 tsp. seasoned salt
  • 1 bag of candy corn or pumpkins (optional)

Instructions

  1. Oven Directions: Heat oven to 250°F. In large bowl, mix cereals, nuts, and pretzels; set aside. In small microwavable bowl, melt butter and mix in Worcetershire sauce and seasoned salt. Whisk with a fork until salt is dissolved. Then gradually spoon or pour the sauce over the cereal mixture, stirring it constantly to make sure that it is fairly evenly distributed. Then spread mixture on a greased cookie sheet, and place in the oven. Bake 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes. Spread on paper towels to cool, about 15 minutes. (Optional: Mix in candy corns once the mixture has cooled.) Store in airtight container.
  2. Microwave Directions: In large microwavable bowl, mix cereals, nuts, and pretzels; set aside. In small microwavable bowl, melt butter and mix in Worcetershire sauce and seasoned salt. Whisk with a fork until salt is dissolved. Then gradually spoon or pour the sauce over the cereal mixture, stirring it constantly to make sure that it is fairly evenly distributed. Microwave uncovered on “High” for 6-8 minutes, thoroughly stirring every 2 minutes. Spread on paper towels to cool. (Optional: Mix in candy corns once the mixture has cooled.) Store in airtight container.

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posted on October 5, 2009 by Ali

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5 comments on “Favorite Party Mix”

  1. Mary October 5, 2009 @ 4:16 pm Reply

    Its a totally different snack but this is currently one of Jon’s favorites: https://www.tabasco.com/taste_tent/recipes/recipe.cfm?id=205 – he loves to make them for any sporting event.

  2. Jen @ My Kitchen Addiction October 6, 2009 @ 9:25 am Reply

    Looks delicious… and I love the addition of the pumpkins/candy corn. So cute and festive! I would think that you could add different seasonal candies to make it work for other holidays, too!

  3. Kate October 7, 2009 @ 5:20 pm Reply

    I’ve never thought of party mix for Halloween before!

    My mother makes party mix every year for Christmas, and while I was growing up, she would FILL our house with the scent of Chex cereal and Worcestershire sauce for weeks before Christmas Day. I admit that that salty/pungent smell really ruined Chex Party Mix for me.

    I think if I made the mix with candies and red hots like you do, sans the Worcestershire overdose and mom’s Brazil nuts, I might like party mix again. :-)

  4. Summer Lewis May 25, 2010 @ 7:39 pm Reply

    i really love to attend in parties because it is fun an you met a lot of new friends.;*;

Favorite Party Mix Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What is Party Mix made of? ›

Directions. Combine cereals, nuts, pretzels, and bagel chips in a large microwave-safe bowl; set aside. Microwave butter in a small microwave-safe bowl, uncovered, on High until melted; stir in Worcestershire sauce, seasoned salt, garlic powder, and onion powder. Pour over cereal mixture; stir until evenly coated.

Why is my homemade Chex Mix soggy? ›

Using too much liquid. Don't go over the recipe's suggested liquid amounts; that is a sure way to get soggy mix (which, again, nobody wants). Follow this tip: If you need to make a change in liquid ingredients, just keep the amount the same.

How do you fix bland Chex Mix? ›

As a rule of thumb, you'll want to use a 1:3 ratio of Worcestershire Sauce to unsalted butter and a 1:3 ratio of Worcestershire Sauce to Chex Mix seasoning. That means for every 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, you'd use 3 tablespoons melted butter, and 3 tablespoons Chex Mix seasoning blend.

What is in Humpty Dumpty party mix? ›

Whole Grain Yellow Corn, Enriched Wheat Flour, Vegetable Oil And/or High Oleic Canola And/or Sunflower Oil, Dehydrated Potatoes, Potato Starch, Cornmeal, Sodium Acetate, Sugars (sugar, Corn Maltodextrin, Dextrose, Corn Syrup, Barley Malt Extract), Spices, Salt, Torula Yeast, Whey Powder, Monosodium Glutamate, Onion ...

Who makes Chex Party Mix? ›

Chex Mix – Brands – Food we make - General Mills.

Is it cheaper to buy Chex Mix or make your own? ›

Homemade Chex Mix Is Cheaper AND More Delicious Than The Store-Bought Stuff. Chex Mix offers variety: the crisp cereal, toasty pretzels, the unique crunch of the bagel chips. This homemade recipe puts the store-bought to shame.

Is it cheaper to buy or make Chex Mix? ›

Homemade Chex Mix is cheaper AND better tasting than anything you can buy at the store. Does homemade Chex Mix need to be refrigerated? You can store homemade Chex Mix at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

Is homemade Chex Mix healthier than chips? ›

Chex mix is a better option to consume than regular potato chips and is high in calories. Manufacturers add niacin and thiamine mononitrate into the chips to increase nutrients.

What is the fancy name for Chex Mix? ›

First off this recipe can be found under many names besides Party Mix such as Chex Mix, Nuts and Bolts, TV Mix, or Snack Mix.

What makes Chex Mix so good? ›

Chex Mix is such a perfect food because it is balanced. Each individual piece retains its own individual texture, shape and flavor, yet together the pieces compliment one another and are coated in the same spice blend. Not all pieces absorb the flavor in the same way — some, like the pretzels, are merely coated in it.

Is Chex Mix healthy or not? ›

But sadly, what makes it taste so good also makes Chex Mix not the healthiest option. It's full of refined grains, sugar, and tons of sodium. That's why I love to make my own healthy, Gluten Free Chex mix that's just as addicting without the ultra-processed stuff.

What is the least favorite Chex Mix piece? ›

Other than the rye chip, nothing brought more people together than pretzels — combined, 38% marked the circle and square pretzels as the worst pieces.

Is it OK to freeze Chex Mix? ›

Make Ahead and Freezing Instructions:

To freeze: Chex mix freezes great! Store in freezer-safe container or bag for up to 3 months. Serve immediately or store in a sealed container for up to 2 weeks.

Why is my Chex Mix tasteless? ›

Unfortunately, sometimes people only add a few tablespoons of butter to several cups of mix, resulting in a dry, flavorless mess. For the best Chex Mix, it's recommended to use a stick of butter for every 10 cups of the cereal and cracker mixture.

What chips are in party mix? ›

Original Party Mix is perfect for any party or gathering. This mix contains nacho-flavoured tortilla chips, barbecue-seasoned potato rings, crunchy cheese-flavoured bits, barbecue-seasoned corn chips, and mini pretzels.

Is Chex Mix a healthy snack? ›

But sadly, what makes it taste so good also makes Chex Mix not the healthiest option. It's full of refined grains, sugar, and tons of sodium. That's why I love to make my own healthy, Gluten Free Chex mix that's just as addicting without the ultra-processed stuff.

How was party mix invented? ›

There are at least two origin stories for the party mix. Snackhistory says the recipe was perfected in the Ralston Purina kitchens to help the lagging sales of Wheat Chex and Rice Chex. The recipe appeared on the cereal boxes in 1953, after appearing in “Life.”

What does party mix mean? ›

party mix noun (FOOD)

a mixture of small pieces of foods such as nuts and cereals that are covered in a thin savory (= salty or spicy) or sweet sauce and baked until crunchy, suitable to be served at a party: Pistachios can be used in muffins and cakes, party mixes, trail mixes, and granola.

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