Sweet & Spicy Buffalo Chex Mix
What’s Inside: A zesty party treat, this Buffalo Chex Mix is always a crowd-pleaser!
Sweet & Spicy Buffalo Chex Mix
Growing up, my Granny used to make big batches of “party mix” — an amazingly sweet and savory blend of Chex mix and other goodies. I never knew exactly what was inside, but we kids all scarfed it down!
This Buffalo Chex Mix recipe is a twist on the classic party mix. It’s definitely got a little kick, but the sweet ingredients balance it out for the perfect blend of flavors.
We love to make this Buffalo Chex Mix as a party appetizer — it’s always a hit with the guests! This recipe also makes a wonderful homemade gift during the holidays (we make food gifts as a way to treat all of our family and friends, while staying on budget).
Careful though, one handful and you’ll be hooked!
Buffalo Chex Mix Ingredients
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9 cups chex mix
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2 cups pretzels
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1 cup Honey Nut Cheerios
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1 cup peanuts
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1/2 cup butter, melted
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1/2 cup buffalo-style hot sauce
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3-5 teaspoons cajun spice, to taste
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How to Make Sweet & Spicy Party Mix
Keep reading for photo step-by-step instructions! A free printable copy of this recipe is available at the bottom of the post.
Preheat oven to 350°F
Line a cookie sheet with silicone baking mat or foil coated with non-stick cooking spray. Set aside.
Place Chex cereal, pretzels, Cheerios and peanuts in a large bowl.
Melt the butter in a small microwave-safe bowl (careful, the bowl may become hot). Add buffalo sauce to bowl and whisk with melted butter until smooth. Pour buffalo sauce over the Chex mix and stir to toss party mix until sauce is evenly distributed.
Pour the chex mix out onto the lined cookie tray and spread out to make an even layer. Sprinkle with cajun spice, as much or as little as desired.
Bake for 10-15 minutes, until the Chex Mix is dry to the touch, but before it starts to brown.
Allow the Chex Mix to cool on the baking tray before packaging or serving.
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The perfect combination of sweet & spicy - Buffalo Chex Mix is addictively crunchy and the perfect party appetizer!
Ingredients
- 9 cups chex mix
- 2 cups pretzels
- 1 cup Honey Nut Cheerios
- 1 cup peanuts
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1/2 cup buffalo-style hot sauce
- 3-5 teaspoons cajun spice, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F
- Line a cookie tray with a silicone liner or tinfoil and set aside.
- Place Chex cereal, pretzels, Cheerios and peanuts in a large bowl.
- Melt the butter in a small microwave-safe bowl and stir in the hot sauce. Pour over the Chex mix and stir to evenly distribute.
- Pour the chex mix out onto the lined cookie tray and spread out to make an even layer.
- Sprinkle the cajun spice overtop of the Chex mix.
- Bake for 10-15 minutes, until the Chex Mix is dry to the touch but before it starts to brown.
- Allow the Chex Mix to cool on the baking tray before packaging or serving.
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