Crunchy Cherry Party Mix Recipe

Name: Crunchy Cherry Party Mix
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups bite size Corn Chex (such as Corn or Rice Chex) or 4 cups Rice Chex (such as Corn or Rice Chex); 2 cups bite size Wheat Chex (such as Wheat Chex); 2 cups broken whole grain melba toast; 2 cups small fat free pretzel twists; 3 tablespoons margarine or 3 tablespoons butter, melted; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; 2 teaspoons chili powder; ¼ teaspoon garlic powder; ¼ teaspoon onion powder; ⅛ teaspoon ground red pepper; 1 ½ cups dried tart cherries

Servings: persons

4 cups bite size Corn Chex (such as Corn or Rice Chex) or 4 cups Rice Chex (such as Corn or Rice Chex)
2 cups bite size Wheat Chex (such as Wheat Chex)
2 cups broken whole grain melba toast
2 cups small fat free pretzel twists
3 tablespoons margarine or 3 tablespoons butter, melted
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons chili powder
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon onion powder
⅛ teaspoon ground red pepper
1 ½ cups dried tart cherries

1
Put corn or rice cereal, wheat cereal, Melba toast and pretzels in a large bowl; stir to mix.
2
In a glass measuring cup or small bowl, stir together melted margarine or butter, Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder and ground red pepper.
3
Drizzle over cereal mixture.
4
Toss to coat.
5
Spread cereal mixture in a 15x10x1 inch (or a 13x9x2 inch) baking pan.
6
Bake in a preheated 300-degree oven about 25 minutes, stirring every 7 to 8 minutes.
7
Remove from oven; stir in dried cherries.
8
Pour onto aluminum foil to cool completely.
9
Store in a tightly covered container for up to 1 week.

745

kcal

Calories

Fat

147

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 cups bite size Corn Chex (such as Corn or Rice Chex) or 4 cups Rice Chex (such as Corn or Rice Chex), 2 cups bite size Wheat Chex (such as Wheat Chex), 2 cups broken whole grain melba toast, 2 cups small fat free pretzel twists, and more.

Yes, Crunchy Cherry Party Mix falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Crunchy Cherry Party Mix

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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