Munchies

Get ready to elevate your snack game with this irresistible homemade munchies recipe! Packed with a flavorful medley of crunchy Cheerios, pretzel sticks, Chex cereal, and salted peanuts, this savory snack mix is coated in a deliciously seasoned butter blend featuring Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and a hint of paprika. A dash of cayenne pepper adds a subtle kick (if you dare). Perfectly baked to golden perfection, this quick-prep recipe takes just 10 minutes of prep time and 45 minutes in the oven, making it an easy and crowd-pleasing treat for game nights, holiday gatherings, or anytime munching. Wholesome, crispy, and packed with bold flavors, these munchies are the ultimate snack mix to satisfy all your cravings. Ideal for storing or sharing, this snack mix is guaranteed to become a new favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups Cheerios
• 2 cups Pretzel sticks
• 3 cups Chex cereal (corn or rice)
• 1 cup Salted peanuts
• 1 stick Butter
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the Cheerios, pretzel sticks, Chex cereal, and salted peanuts. Toss gently to mix evenly.

Step 3

In a small saucepan, melt the stick of butter over low heat. Once fully melted, stir in the Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and cayenne pepper (if using). Mix well until the seasoning is fully combined with the butter.

Step 4

Slowly pour the butter mixture over the snack mix in the bowl, tossing as you pour to ensure even coating of the ingredients.

Step 5

Spread the seasoned snack mix onto the prepared baking sheet in an even layer.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes to ensure even toasting.

Step 7

Remove the snack mix from the oven and let it cool completely on the baking sheet. The mixture will crisp up as it cools.

Step 8

Once cooled, transfer the munchies to an airtight container for storage or serve immediately. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1033.2 grams (1033.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4603

Total Fat 186.60g	239%
Saturated Fat 65.60g	328%
Polyunsaturated Fat 25.20g
Cholesterol 266mg	89%
Sodium 12099mg	526%
Total Carbohydrate 624.40g	227%
Dietary Fiber 45.60g	163%
Total Sugars 41.70g
Protein 96.20g	192%

Vitamin D 605IU	3024%
Calcium 1376mg	106%
Iron 58mg	323%
Potassium 2547mg	54%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.8%

Protein: 8.4%

Carbs: 54.8%