Peaches and Peanuts Chex Mix

Health score
16%
Peaches and Peanuts Chex Mix
15 min.
16
166kcal

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Are you looking for a delightful snack that combines the sweetness of fruit with the crunch of cereal? Look no further than this Peaches and Peanuts Chex Mix! Perfect for gatherings, movie nights, or simply as a tasty treat to enjoy at home, this recipe is not only quick to prepare but also bursting with flavor.

In just 15 minutes, you can whip up a batch that serves 16 people, making it an ideal choice for parties or family get-togethers. The combination of dried peaches, salted cocktail peanuts, and yogurt-covered raisins creates a harmonious blend of sweet and salty that will keep everyone coming back for more. Plus, with only 166 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt!

This Chex Mix is versatile enough to be enjoyed as an antipasti, starter, or snack, making it a fantastic addition to any meal. The preparation is simple, requiring just a few ingredients and a microwave, so you can spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying the company of your friends and family. Whether you're hosting a gathering or just need a quick pick-me-up, this Peaches and Peanuts Chex Mix is sure to impress!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup brown sugar packed
  • 0.3 cup butter 
  • tablespoons plus light
  • cups rice chex 
  • oz peaches dried coarsely chopped ( 1 cup)
  • cup peanuts salted
  • 0.5 cup vanilla yogurt 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • microwave
  • measuring cup

Directions

  1. In large microwavable bowl, mix cereal and peanuts.
  2. In 2-cup microwavable measuring cup, microwave butter, brown sugar and corn syrup uncovered on High 1 minute 30 seconds, stirring after 1 minute or until mixture is boiling; stir.
  3. Pour over cereal mixture, stirring until evenly coated. Microwave uncovered on High 3 minutes, stirring every minute. Stir in peaches; microwave uncovered on High 2 minutes, stirring after 1 minute.
  4. Spread on waxed paper to cool. Cool 5 minutes. Stir in raisins. Store loosely covered.

Nutrition Facts

Calories166kcal
Protein8.48%
Fat39.55%
Carbs51.97%

Properties

Glycemic Index
2.08
Glycemic Load
0.48
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
8.9960869913516%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:166.27kcal
8.31%
Fat:7.72g
11.88%
Saturated Fat:1.4g
8.76%
Carbohydrates:22.84g
7.61%
Net Carbohydrates:20.93g
7.61%
Sugar:12.72g
14.14%
Cholesterol:0.38mg
0.13%
Sodium:112.5mg
4.89%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.72g
7.45%
Manganese:0.58mg
28.93%
Folate:85.35µg
21.34%
Iron:3.64mg
20.2%
Vitamin B3:3.49mg
17.47%
Vitamin B1:0.18mg
12.29%
Vitamin B2:0.19mg
10.97%
Vitamin A:516.38IU
10.33%
Zinc:1.5mg
10.03%
Vitamin B6:0.2mg
10.03%
Vitamin B12:0.52µg
8.6%
Fiber:1.91g
7.63%
Copper:0.15mg
7.3%
Phosphorus:71.88mg
7.19%
Magnesium:25.92mg
6.48%
Calcium:62.19mg
6.22%
Potassium:214.02mg
6.11%
Selenium:2.81µg
4.02%
Vitamin B5:0.4mg
3.97%
Vitamin C:2.45mg
2.97%
Vitamin D:0.31µg
2.08%
Vitamin K:1.76µg
1.68%
Vitamin E:0.16mg
1.07%