Spiced Nuts and Chex® Mix

Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
88%
Spiced Nuts and Chex® Mix
10 min.
16
286kcal

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Looking for a quick and delicious snack that will impress your guests? Look no further than this Spiced Nuts and Chex® Mix! With a health score of 88, this recipe is not only tasty but also very healthy and dairy-free, making it a perfect choice for a variety of dietary preferences.

In just 10 minutes, you can whip up a delightful mix that combines the crunch of Corn, Rice, and Wheat cereals with the savory goodness of mixed nuts, all coated in a zesty blend of sugar, chili powder, and cayenne pepper. This unique combination of flavors will tantalize your taste buds and keep you coming back for more.

Whether you're hosting a party, enjoying a cozy night in, or looking for a satisfying snack to munch on during movie time, this Spiced Nuts and Chex® Mix is the ideal choice. With only 286 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt. Plus, it’s easy to make in the microwave, so you can spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying the company of friends and family.

So gather your ingredients, and get ready to create a snack that’s sure to be a hit at any gathering. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup sugar 
  • tablespoon chili powder 
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground pepper red (cayenne)
  • 0.3 cup butter 
  • cups cornflakes 
  • cups rice chex 
  • cups wheat chex 
  • 11.5 oz nuts mixed canned

Equipment

  • bowl
  • microwave

Directions

  1. In small bowl, mix sugar, chili powder and red pepper.
  2. In large microwavable bowl, microwave butter uncovered on High about 40 seconds or until melted. Stir in cereal and nuts until evenly coated. Stir in sugar mixture until evenly coated.
  3. Microwave uncovered on High 4 to 5 minutes, stirring after 2 minutes, until mixture just begins to brown.
  4. Spread on waxed paper to cool. Store in airtight container.

Nutrition Facts

Calories286kcal
Protein9.3%
Fat40.78%
Carbs49.92%

Properties

Glycemic Index
8.23
Glycemic Load
3.17
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
23.656086976114%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:285.9kcal
14.3%
Fat:14.13g
21.74%
Saturated Fat:2.03g
12.7%
Carbohydrates:38.93g
12.98%
Net Carbohydrates:32.96g
11.98%
Sugar:6.9g
7.67%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:266.84mg
11.6%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:7.25g
14.5%
Vitamin D:25.41µg
169.41%
Folate:299.58µg
74.9%
Iron:12.04mg
66.89%
Zinc:4.6mg
30.69%
Vitamin B3:5.42mg
27.08%
Manganese:0.53mg
26.53%
Vitamin B6:0.51mg
25.58%
Vitamin B2:0.42mg
24.84%
Vitamin B1:0.37mg
24.81%
Fiber:5.97g
23.89%
Vitamin B12:1.31µg
21.85%
Phosphorus:193.98mg
19.4%
Magnesium:74.28mg
18.57%
Vitamin A:730.71IU
14.61%
Copper:0.28mg
14.08%
Calcium:92.62mg
9.26%
Potassium:252.77mg
7.22%
Vitamin C:5.37mg
6.51%
Vitamin B5:0.31mg
3.11%
Vitamin E:0.33mg
2.17%
Selenium:1.08µg
1.54%