The Baxter Family loves this recipe, but because they have a peanut allergy they sub the nuts in it for Cheez-it. Read more recipes from the Wildwood Family Cookbook here. Bon Appetit!
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The Baxter Family’s Chex Mix
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
Description
The Baxter Family loves this recipe, but because they have a peanut allergy they sub the nuts in…
Ingredients
- 3 cups (720 ml) Corn Chex Cereal
- 3 cups (720 ml) Rice Chex Cereal
- 3 cups (720 ml) Wheat Chex Cereal
- 1 cup (240 ml) mixed nuts or substitute
- 1 cup (240 ml) bite size pretzels (mini)
- 1 cup (240 ml) garlic-flavor bite-size bagel chips or regular-size bagel chips, broken into 1-inch pieces
- 6 tbsp (85 g) butter or margarine
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) Worcestershire sauce
- 1 1/2 tsp seasoned salt
- 3/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
Instructions
- Prep
In large microwavable bowl, mix cereals, nuts, pretzels and bagel chips; set aside. In small microwavable bowl, microwave butter uncovered on High about 40 seconds or until melted. Stir in seasonings. Pour over cereal mixture; stir until evenly coated. - Microwave uncovered on High 5 to 6 minutes, thoroughly stirring every 2 minutes. Spread on paper towels to cool. Store in airtight container.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Snack or appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 270
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Baxter Family swap for nuts because of their peanut allergy?
The article notes that because the Baxter Family has a peanut allergy, they replace the 1 cup of mixed nuts with Cheez-Its, which keep the savory crunch of the original without the allergen.
Why does the recipe require stirring the mix every 2 minutes during microwaving?
The 5–6 minute microwave cook on High is done uncovered, and the butter-and-Worcestershire coating can scorch unevenly if left undisturbed. Stirring thoroughly every 2 minutes redistributes heat and ensures every piece toasts evenly without burning.
