Ginger Honey Crunch Chex Mix

Dairy Free
Health score
9%
Ginger Honey Crunch Chex Mix
15 min.
18
195kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your snacking game with a delightful twist on a classic treat? Introducing Ginger Honey Crunch Chex Mix, a scrumptious blend of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds and keep you coming back for more! This dairy-free recipe is not only quick and easy to prepare, taking just 15 minutes, but it also serves up to 18 people, making it perfect for gatherings, parties, or simply enjoying at home.

Imagine the satisfying crunch of Rice Chex® or Honey Nut Chex® cereal, perfectly complemented by the sweetness of dried banana chips and the nutty goodness of whole almonds. The magic happens when you combine these ingredients with a luscious mixture of brown sugar, honey, and a hint of ginger, creating a caramel-like coating that binds everything together in a deliciously addictive way.

Whether you're looking for a tasty appetizer, a fun snack for movie night, or a unique addition to your antipasti spread, this Ginger Honey Crunch Chex Mix is sure to impress. With a caloric breakdown that balances protein, fat, and carbs, you can indulge without the guilt. So grab your bowl and microwave, and let’s get started on this irresistible treat that’s bound to become a favorite in your household!

Ingredients

  • cup almonds whole
  • cup banana chips dried
  • 0.3 cup brown sugar packed
  • 0.3 cup butter 
  • cups rice chex rice chex® honey nut chex®
  • cup coconut flakes flaked
  • 1.5 teaspoons ground ginger 
  • 0.3 cup honey 
  • 0.5 cup cranberries dried sweetened

Equipment

  • bowl
  • aluminum foil
  • microwave
  • measuring cup

Directions

  1. In large microwavable bowl, mix cereal, banana chips and almonds.
  2. In 2-cup microwavable measuring cup, microwave butter, brown sugar, honey and ginger uncovered on High about 2 minutes, stirring after 1 minute, until mixture is boiling; stir.
  3. Pour over cereal mixture, stirring until evenly coated. Microwave uncovered on High 4 minutes, stirring and scraping bowl every minute. Stir in coconut and cranberries; microwave uncovered on High about 3 minutes or until cereal just begins to brown.
  4. Spread on waxed paper or foil to cool. Store in airtight container.

Nutrition Facts

Calories195kcal
Protein5.37%
Fat49.72%
Carbs44.91%

Properties

Glycemic Index
3.46
Glycemic Load
2.1
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
9.4547825339048%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.22mg
Catechin
0.1mg
Epigallocatechin
0.21mg
Epicatechin
0.05mg
Eriodictyol
0.02mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Isorhamnetin
0.21mg
Kaempferol
0.03mg
Myricetin
0.08mg
Quercetin
0.18mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:194.95kcal
9.75%
Fat:11.35g
17.46%
Saturated Fat:4.95g
30.95%
Carbohydrates:23.06g
7.69%
Net Carbohydrates:20.54g
7.47%
Sugar:12.36g
13.73%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:105.91mg
4.6%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.76g
5.52%
Manganese:0.78mg
38.86%
Iron:3.6mg
19.97%
Folate:71.45µg
17.86%
Vitamin E:2.27mg
15.11%
Vitamin B2:0.24mg
14.37%
Zinc:1.65mg
11%
Vitamin B6:0.21mg
10.44%
Vitamin B3:2.06mg
10.29%
Fiber:2.52g
10.07%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
9.94%
Vitamin B12:0.51µg
8.44%
Magnesium:32.94mg
8.24%
Copper:0.16mg
7.93%
Phosphorus:65.49mg
6.55%
Calcium:61.01mg
6.1%
Vitamin A:283.5IU
5.67%
Selenium:3.22µg
4.6%
Potassium:137.79mg
3.94%
Vitamin C:2.4mg
2.91%
Vitamin B5:0.25mg
2.55%
Vitamin D:0.33µg
2.22%