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Irresistible Festive Gingerbread Chex Mix

Indulgent Irresistible Festive Gingerbread Chex Mix Recipe

This Irresistible Festive Gingerbread Chex Mix combines crunchy Chex cereal with aromatic spices, perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 cups
Course: Christmas
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 8 cups Chex cereal gluten-free option available
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter or coconut oil for dairy-free
For the Sweet Mixture
  • 1 cup Light brown sugar or maple syrup as a natural sweetener
  • 1/3 cup Unsulfured molasses dark corn syrup can be used if needed
For the Spice Blend
  • 1 teaspoon Ground ginger fresh ginger can be used for vibrant flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon allspice can be used instead
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground nutmeg can substitute with more cinnamon
Optional Additions
  • 1 cup Nuts optional for extra crunch

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Large baking sheet
  • small saucepan
  • Large mixing bowl
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and prepare a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a small saucepan, combine the unsalted butter, light brown sugar, unsulfured molasses, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg. Heat over low, stirring gently until smooth.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, add the Chex cereal and optional nuts. Pour the melted mixture evenly over the cereal, stirring gently to coat.
  4. Spread the coated mixture evenly on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally until golden brown and aromatic.
  5. Remove from the oven and let cool completely on the baking sheet.
  6. Transfer the festive Gingerbread Chex Mix into bowls or festive containers to serve or gift.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Add a sprinkle of powdered sugar on top for an extra festive touch once cooled.

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