Easy Air Fryer Chex Mix
Description
Crispy, buttery homemade Chex party mix made in the air fryer in 2 quick batches. Perfect for game day, holiday snack trays, and gifting.
Ingredients
- 2 cups Corn Chex cereal
- 2 cups Rice Chex cereal
- 1 cup mixed nuts
- 1 cup mini pretzels
- 6 tablespoons butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ to 1 teaspoon salt, use less with salted nuts
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 300°F for 3 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine the Corn Chex, Rice Chex, mixed nuts, and mini pretzels.
- Whisk the melted butter with the Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt.
- Pour the butter mixture over the cereal mix in thirds, gently tossing after each pour.
- Add half the mix to the air fryer basket. Air fry at 300°F for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring every 3 minutes, until dry and golden.
- Spread on a parchment-lined baking sheet to cool. Repeat with the remaining mix.
- Cool completely, about 15 minutes, before serving or storing.
Equipment
- Air Fryer (5- to 6-quart basket or larger)
- Large Mixing Bowl
- Small microwave-safe bowl (for melting butter)
- Whisk
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Silicone spatula or tongs (for tossing and stirring)
- Perforated air fryer parchment paper (optional)
- Rimmed baking sheet (for cooling)
- Airtight container (for storing)
Notes
- In a 5- to 6-quart basket, cook in 2 batches. Air fryers vary, so check the mix at 6 minutes.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week, or freeze up to 2 months.
- Swap 1 cup of either cereal for Wheat Chex for the original Chex party mix flavor.
Nutrition
Serving: 1ServingCalories: 370kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 7gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 729mgPotassium: 296mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 858IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 99mgIron: 7mg