Spicy Cereal Mix

Dairy Free
Health score
15%
Spicy Cereal Mix
40 min.
6
209kcal

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Start your day with a spicy kick and a satisfying crunch by making this delicious Spicy Cereal Mix! Perfect for those who seek a dairy-free option, this easy-to-make recipe is ideal for a morning meal, brunch, or even as a tasty breakfast treat. With a total of 209 calories per serving, this cereal mix is not only tasty but also mindful of your caloric intake.

To create this flavorful and spicy treat, you'll need a combination of bold ingredients such as cayenne pepper, garlic powder, ground cumin, and hot sauce. Paired with whole-grain pita chips, pepitas (hulled pumpkin seeds), and your choice of rice cereal squares and cornflakes, this recipe promises a delightful crunch in every bite.

With a total preparation time of just 40 minutes, this Spicy Cereal Mix is perfect for those busy mornings when you still want to enjoy a homemade breakfast. The recipe serves six, ensuring there's enough to go around for you and your family or friends.

Don't miss out on this spicy and savory way to start your day. Dive into the perfect balance of protein, fat, and carbs with our Spicy Cereal Mix, and experience a breakfast that's sure to awaken your taste buds. So, grab your oven, whisk, and baking sheet, and let's get cooking!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon ground pepper 
  • cup cornflakes 
  • cups rice chex 
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder 
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin 
  • teaspoon hot sauce 
  • servings kosher salt 
  • tablespoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • 0.5 teaspoon onion powder 
  • 0.7 cup pita chips 
  • 0.5 cup pumpkin seeds unsalted hulled ( pumpkin seeds)
  • tablespoon worcestershire sauce 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  2. Whisk the olive oil, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, garlic powder, cumin, onion powder, cayenne and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a bowl.
  3. Combine the rice cereal squares, cornflakes, pita chips and pepitas in a bowl. Toss with the spice mixture and spread on a baking sheet.
  4. Bake, stirring occasionally, until golden, about 40 minutes.
  5. Photograph by Jonathan Kantor

Nutrition Facts

Calories209kcal
Protein8.74%
Fat53.04%
Carbs38.22%

Properties

Glycemic Index
7
Glycemic Load
0.02
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
14.37434791482%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:209.44kcal
10.47%
Fat:12.79g
19.68%
Saturated Fat:1.94g
12.14%
Carbohydrates:20.73g
6.91%
Net Carbohydrates:19.42g
7.06%
Sugar:2.17g
2.41%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:430.02mg
18.7%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.74g
9.49%
Manganese:0.97mg
48.65%
Iron:7.16mg
39.8%
Folate:128.6µg
32.15%
Vitamin B3:4.1mg
20.52%
Vitamin B1:0.29mg
19.07%
Vitamin B2:0.32mg
18.86%
Zinc:2.75mg
18.31%
Vitamin B6:0.36mg
17.84%
Vitamin B12:0.99µg
16.47%
Magnesium:63.04mg
15.76%
Phosphorus:149.45mg
14.94%
Vitamin E:1.44mg
9.63%
Copper:0.19mg
9.31%
Selenium:5.47µg
7.81%
Vitamin A:374.26IU
7.49%
Vitamin C:5.14mg
6.23%
Calcium:61.8mg
6.18%
Fiber:1.31g
5.25%
Vitamin K:4.97µg
4.73%
Vitamin D:0.67µg
4.45%
Potassium:149.17mg
4.26%
Vitamin B5:0.29mg
2.9%