Chex® Cajun Kick

Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
72%
Chex® Cajun Kick
15 min.
24
194kcal

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Are you ready to spice up your snack game? Look no further than our Chex® Cajun Kick! This delightful mix is not only a treat for your taste buds but also a healthy option for those who love to munch. With a health score of 72, this recipe is dairy-free and packed with flavor, making it a perfect choice for anyone looking to indulge without the guilt.

In just 15 minutes, you can whip up a batch that serves 24 people, making it an ideal appetizer for parties, game days, or casual get-togethers. The combination of Corn, Rice, and Wheat Chex® cereals provides a satisfying crunch, while the addition of mixed nuts and bite-size pretzel twists adds an extra layer of texture. But the real star of the show is the zesty Creole seasoning and a hint of red pepper sauce, which give this snack its signature Cajun flair.

Whether you're enjoying it as an antipasti, starter, or simply a snack, Chex® Cajun Kick is sure to impress your guests and keep them coming back for more. Plus, with only 194 calories per serving, you can feel good about indulging in this flavorful treat. So gather your ingredients, and let’s get cooking!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup butter 
  • cups corn chex corn chex®
  • cups rice chex rice chex®
  • cups wheat chex wheat chex®
  • tablespoons creole seasoning 
  • cups nuts mixed
  • teaspoon hot sauce red
  • cups pretzel twists 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • aluminum foil
  • microwave
  • measuring cup

Directions

  1. In large microwaveable bowl, mix cereals, pretzels and nuts.
  2. In 2-cup microwaveable measuring cup, microwave butter uncovered on High about 40 seconds or until melted. Stir in Creole seasoning and pepper sauce.
  3. Pour over cereal mixture; stir until evenly coated.
  4. Microwave uncovered on High 6 minutes, stirring every 2 minutes.
  5. Spread on waxed paper or foil to cool. Store in airtight container.

Nutrition Facts

Calories194kcal
Protein9.32%
Fat40.17%
Carbs50.51%

Properties

Glycemic Index
6.03
Glycemic Load
2.88
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
17.719130549742%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:194kcal
9.7%
Fat:9.41g
14.48%
Saturated Fat:1.4g
8.77%
Carbohydrates:26.63g
8.88%
Net Carbohydrates:22.63g
8.23%
Sugar:2.69g
2.98%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:229.65mg
9.98%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.91g
9.83%
Vitamin D:16.94µg
112.93%
Folate:214.02µg
53.5%
Iron:8.1mg
45.02%
Zinc:3.33mg
22.2%
Vitamin B3:3.72mg
18.59%
Manganese:0.36mg
18.15%
Vitamin B1:0.26mg
17.36%
Vitamin B2:0.29mg
17.12%
Vitamin B6:0.34mg
17.09%
Fiber:4g
15.99%
Vitamin B12:0.88µg
14.7%
Phosphorus:128.27mg
12.83%
Vitamin A:622.9IU
12.46%
Magnesium:46.88mg
11.72%
Copper:0.17mg
8.51%
Calcium:69.54mg
6.95%
Vitamin C:4.09mg
4.96%
Potassium:170.12mg
4.86%
Vitamin B5:0.2mg
2.05%
Vitamin E:0.25mg
1.69%
Selenium:0.94µg
1.35%
Source:Allrecipes