Slow Cooker Chex Mix
This easy, set-and-forget slow cooker Chex Mix combines crunchy cereals, pretzels, and a savory butter sauce for a satisfying snack perfect for game nights or road trips.
Ingredients
Crunchy Mix-ins
- 3 cups Rice Chex
- 3 cups Corn Chex
- 2 cups Wheat Chex
- 2 cups mini pretzels
- 1 cup bagel chips or rye chips, broken into bite-size pieces
- 1.5 cups mixed nuts or peanuts Skip for nut-free version, add extra pretzels or crunchy chickpeas.
Savory Butter Sauce
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons seasoned salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 to 2 teaspoons hot sauce or a pinch of cayenne Optional.
Instructions
Preparation
- Melt the butter in a saucepan and whisk in Worcestershire sauce, seasoned salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika.
- Add hot sauce or cayenne if desired.
- In a slow cooker, combine Rice Chex, Corn Chex, Wheat Chex, mini pretzels, bagel chips or rye chips, and mixed nuts.
- Drizzle the butter sauce slowly over the mix, stirring gently to coat.
Cooking
- Set the slow cooker to Low for 2 to 2.5 hours, stirring every 30 minutes.
- Vent the lid slightly to allow steam to escape.
- After cooking, spread the mix in a single layer on two baking sheets to cool completely.
Notes
Store in an airtight container or zip bag for up to 2 weeks. For longer storage, freeze in bags for up to 2 months. Thaw uncovered to keep it crisp.