Sweet and Spicy Beer Nuts Chex Mix

Vegetarian
Health score
1%
Sweet and Spicy Beer Nuts Chex Mix
15 min.
20
140kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your snacking game? Introducing the Sweet and Spicy Beer Nuts Chex Mix, a delightful blend of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and keep your guests coming back for more! This vegetarian-friendly recipe is perfect for any occasion, whether you're hosting a party, enjoying a cozy movie night, or simply looking for a satisfying snack to munch on. With a preparation time of just 15 minutes, you can whip up this irresistible mix in no time.

The combination of crunchy Corn and Rice cereals, savory pretzel nuggets, and the unique addition of beer nuts creates a texture that is both satisfying and addictive. The sweet and spicy coating, made with brown ale beer, brown sugar, and a kick of chili powder, brings a perfect balance of flavors that will leave you craving another handful. Each serving packs a punch with only 140 calories, making it a guilt-free indulgence for your taste buds.

Whether served as an antipasti, starter, or snack, this Sweet and Spicy Beer Nuts Chex Mix is sure to impress your friends and family. So gather your ingredients, fire up the microwave, and get ready to enjoy a deliciously unique treat that will have everyone raving about your culinary skills!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup ale 
  • 0.3 cup brown sugar packed
  • tablespoons butter 
  • tablespoon chili powder 
  • cups cornflakes 
  • cups rice chex 
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground pepper red (cayenne)
  • 1.5 cups beer 
  • cups pretzel nuggets 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • aluminum foil
  • microwave
  • measuring cup

Directions

  1. In large microwavable bowl, mix cereals, pretzels and nuts.
  2. In 4-cup microwavable measuring cup, place ale. Microwave uncovered on High 4 to 6 minutes, stirring every 2 minutes, until reduced to 1/4 cup. Stir in brown sugar, butter, chili powder, salt and red pepper. Microwave on High 1 to 2 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds, until butter is melted and sugar is dissolved.
  3. Pour over cereal mixture; stir until evenly coated.
  4. Microwave uncovered on High 6 to 8 minutes, stirring every 2 minutes, until mixture just begins to brown.
  5. Spread on waxed paper or foil to cool. Store in airtight container.

Nutrition Facts

Calories140kcal
Protein7.15%
Fat18.04%
Carbs74.81%

Properties

Glycemic Index
8.15
Glycemic Load
0.34
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
5.8921739173972%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.09mg
Epicatechin
0.02mg
Kaempferol
0.19mg
Gallocatechin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:139.87kcal
6.99%
Fat:2.69g
4.14%
Saturated Fat:1.53g
9.54%
Carbohydrates:25.13g
8.38%
Net Carbohydrates:24.36g
8.86%
Sugar:5.43g
6.04%
Cholesterol:6.12mg
2.04%
Sodium:363.9mg
15.82%
Alcohol:0.92g
100%
Alcohol %:1.83%
100%
Protein:2.4g
4.8%
Iron:3.51mg
19.51%
Folate:61.65µg
15.41%
Vitamin B6:0.22mg
11.06%
Vitamin B3:2.17mg
10.87%
Vitamin B2:0.18mg
10.71%
Manganese:0.21mg
10.69%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
10.16%
Vitamin B12:0.59µg
9.84%
Vitamin A:397.59IU
7.95%
Zinc:0.83mg
5.53%
Calcium:31.8mg
3.18%
Fiber:0.76g
3.04%
Vitamin C:2.4mg
2.91%
Vitamin D:0.4µg
2.68%
Selenium:1.8µg
2.58%
Phosphorus:18.9mg
1.89%
Copper:0.03mg
1.59%
Vitamin E:0.23mg
1.56%
Magnesium:6.14mg
1.54%
Vitamin B5:0.11mg
1.11%
Potassium:38.4mg
1.1%