Best 8 Crispy Cereal Mix Recipes

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With a variety of textures and flavors, crispy cereal mix is an indulgent treat that can be enjoyed as a snack or as an unconventional dessert. Whether you're hosting a movie night or packing a lunch, crispy cereal mix is a delightful and versatile option. From sweet and tangy to savory and spicy, the possibilities are limitless when it comes to creating your own unique blend. The key to achieving the perfect crispy cereal mix lies in selecting the right ingredients and understanding the techniques involved in preparation.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CRISPY CEREAL MIX



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This great cereal mix is another version of the favorite crispy cereal party mix that everyone loves!

Provided by Tawny

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Snacks     Party Mix Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 tablespoons margarine
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
¾ teaspoon garlic powder
1 ½ teaspoons seasoning salt
½ teaspoon onion powder
1 cup mixed nuts
1 cup mini pretzels
1 cup bagel chips
3 cups crispy corn cereal squares
3 cups crispy rice cereal squares
3 cups crispy wheat cereal squares

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). Melt the margarine in a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  • Remove baking pan from oven. Stir in the Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, seasoning salt and onion powder. Gradually mix in the nuts, pretzels, bagel chips, crispy corn cereal squares, crispy rice cereal squares, and crispy wheat cereal squares. Evenly coat all ingredients.
  • Bake approximately 1 hour in the preheated oven. Drain on paper towels.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100.7 calories, Carbohydrate 11.1 g, Fat 5.9 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 268.5 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

NUT-FREE RANCH-FLAVORED CRISPY CEREAL SNACK MIX



Nut-Free Ranch-Flavored Crispy Cereal Snack Mix image

Roasted green peas make a crunchy and colorful swap-out for nuts in our snack mix, which we change up with a homemade ranch-flavored spice blend. If the buttermilk powder in the blend isn't part of your pantry yet, it should be: It's great to have on hand whenever you need a bit of this recipe staple, and it keeps at room temperature for 9 months.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 35m

Yield 8 cups (eight 1-cup servings)

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 tablespoons buttermilk powder (see Cook's Note)
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
Kosher salt
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
4 cups crispy rice cereal
2 cups roasted salted green peas (see Cook's Note)
1 1/2 cups bagel chips, broken into pieces
1 1/2 cups bite-sized pretzels
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
Zest of 3 lemons
2 tablespoons dried chives
2 tablespoons dried parsley
2 tablespoons distilled vinegar

Steps:

  • Combine the buttermilk powder, garlic powder, onion powder, 2 teaspoons salt and the cayenne in a small bowl. Toss together the cereal, peas, bagel chips and pretzels in a large microwave-safe bowl.
  • Microwave the butter, lemon zest, chives and parsley in a microwave-safe small bowl on high for 30 seconds; stir, then microwave until the butter is melted, about 15 seconds more. Stir in the vinegar. Pour the mixture over the cereal mixture, and toss well to coat. Sprinkle the buttermilk powder mixture on top, and toss well to coat.
  • Microwave the snack mix on high for 2 minutes; stir, then microwave for 3 minutes more, stirring well every 45 seconds or so. Spread the mixture on a large rimmed baking sheet, and let cool and dry for 10 minutes before packing into airtight containers. The mix will keep for 2 days at room temperature.

CRISPY SNACK MIX



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This recipe proves you can make just about anything in a slow cooker, even a delightfully crispy snack mix. -Jane Sims, De Leon, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 2h40m

Yield about 2-1/2 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 8

4-1/2 cups crispy chow mein noodles
4 cups Rice Chex
1 can (9-3/4 ounces) salted cashews
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted
1/2 cup butter, melted
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
2-1/4 teaspoons curry powder
3/4 teaspoon ground ginger

Steps:

  • In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the noodles, cereal, cashews and coconut. In a small bowl, whisk the butter, soy sauce, curry powder and ginger; drizzle over cereal mixture and mix well., Cover and cook on low for 2-1/2 hours, stirring every 30 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 298 calories, Fat 22g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 420mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

CEREAL SNACK MIX



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"I grew up with this mix, and now my husband and kids eat it up until it's gone." Easy to throw together and even easier to enjoy, this tasty snack will disappear fast. Becky Larson - Duluth, MN

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 40m

Yield 3-1/4 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 10

9 cups Crispix
1 cup Cheerios
1 cup Bugles
1 cup pretzel sticks
1 cup salted peanuts
2/3 cup butter, melted
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons celery salt
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Drizzle over cereal mixture; toss to coat., Transfer to two greased 15x10x1-in. baking pans. Bake at 250° for 30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes. Cool completely on wire racks. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 194 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 459mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

SWEET PARTY MIX



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This is a great snack mix. Wherever I bring this, I am asked for the recipe. You can't stop eating it!

Provided by BOBBI POTE

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Snacks     Party Mix Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (12 ounce) package crispy corn and rice cereal
5 ounces slivered almonds
6 ounces toasted, chopped pecans
¾ cup butter
¾ cup dark corn syrup
1 ½ cups light brown sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). Lightly grease a large roasting pan.
  • In a large bowl, mix crispy corn and rice cereal, slivered almonds and toasted, chopped pecans.
  • In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and mix with dark corn syrup and light brown sugar. Pour the mixture over the crispy corn and rice cereal mixture. Stir and shake to coat all the nuts and cereal.
  • Pour the coated mixture into the prepared roasting pan. Stirring approximately every 15 minutes, cook 1 hour in the preheated oven. Cool on wax paper, and store in airtight containers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 266.9 calories, Carbohydrate 35.6 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 13.9 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 176.6 mg, Sugar 18.1 g

CRISPY GLAZED CORN CEREAL SNACK MIX



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Make and share this Crispy Glazed Corn Cereal Snack Mix recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h5m

Yield 30 (1/2-cup) servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (18 ounce) box crunchy corn and crispy rice cereal
2 cups brown sugar, packed
1 cup butter
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1 pinch salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 250 degrees.
  • Spray a roasting pan with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Place the cereal into the pan.
  • In a 3-quart saucepan combine brown sugar, butter and light corn syrup; cook over medium heat until the mixture comes to a boil (about 8-10 minutes) continue cooking stirring constantly for 1 minute; remove from heat, then add in baking soda and mix well.
  • Pour the syrup mixture over the cereal in the pan; toss gently until well coated.
  • Bake at 250 degrees for 40-50 minutes stirring every 15 minutes or until the coating is set.
  • Spread the mixture onto waxed paper; cool for 10 minutes then break apart.
  • Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 187.2, Fat 6.4, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 16.3, Sodium 208.1, Carbohydrate 33.2, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 16.9, Protein 1.2

CRISPY CEREAL TREATS



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For a no-bake treat just right for lunchboxes or after school, try this fun twist on a childhood favorite that goes beyond the usual "Snap, Crackle, and Pop" blueprint and plays with other great combinations found in the cereal aisle. Each of the four variations uses the same marshmallow base-whether you want to use the mix-ins to take it in a chocolatey, tropical, or fruity direction is entirely up to you!

Provided by Riley Wofford

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Time 45m

Yield Makes 16

Number Of Ingredients 17

3 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more softened for pan
1 10-ounce bag mini marshmallows
1 recipe mix-ins (see below)
5 cups chocolate puffed rice cereal, such as Cocoa Krispies
1 cup cocktail peanuts, roughly chopped
1/2 cup chopped semisweet chocolate
5 cups puffed oat cereal, such as Puffins
1/2 cup dried cherries or cranberries
1/2 cup chopped toasted pecans
1/2 cup toasted pepitas
5 cups flaked corn cereal, such as Corn Flakes
1/2 cup chopped dried tropical fruit, such as mango and/or pineapple
1/2 cup toasted coconut flakes
1/2 cup chopped macadamia nuts
5 cups whole-grain oat cereal, such as Cheerios
3/4 cup chopped freeze-dried raspberries
3/4 cup chopped white chocolate

Steps:

  • Grease a 9-inch square baking pan with softened butter. Melt 3 tablespoons butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add marshmallows; cook, stirring, until melted. Remove from heat.
  • Stir in cereal and chosen mix-ins to combine. Press into prepared pan; let stand until firm, about 1 hour. Cut into squares and serve, or store in an airtight container at room temperature up to 3 days.

CARAMEL CRISPY CHEX MIX



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Make and share this Caramel Crispy Chex Mix recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Bren in LR

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 20m

Yield 8 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 1/2 cups Rice Chex
4 1/2 cups Corn Chex
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup butter (or margarine)
1/4 cup light corn syrup
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup candy-coated chocolate candy (plain or peanut MandM's)

Steps:

  • In a large microwavable bowl, place cereals.
  • In 2-cup microwavable measuring cup, microwave brown sugar, butter and corn syrup uncovered on High about 2 minutes, stirring after 1 minute, until smooth and dissolved. Stir in baking soda until dissolved. Pour over cereal, stirring until evenly coated.
  • Microwave uncovered on High 5 to 6 minutes, stirring and scraping bowl after every minute, just until cereal begins to brown.
  • Cool 5 minutes; stir in candies.
  • Spread on waxed paper to cool; break into bite-size pieces. Store in air-tight container.

Tips:

  • Choose the right cereals: Use a variety of cereals with different textures and flavors. This will create a more interesting and enjoyable mix.
  • Use fresh ingredients: Make sure your cereals, nuts, and seeds are fresh and not stale. This will ensure the best possible flavor and texture.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When baking the cereal mix, spread it out in a single layer on a baking sheet. This will help it cook evenly and prevent it from becoming soggy.
  • Stir the mix occasionally: While the cereal mix is baking, stir it every few minutes to ensure that it cooks evenly and doesn't burn.
  • Let the mix cool completely: Once the cereal mix is baked, let it cool completely before storing it. This will help it to crisp up and become more flavorful.

Conclusion:

Crispy cereal mix is a delicious and versatile snack that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It's easy to make and can be customized to your own liking. With a variety of flavors and textures, crispy cereal mix is sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy snack, give crispy cereal mix a try!

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