Can I Make This Recipe Vegan?

Absolutely! Skip the mini pepperoni and swap in roasted almonds or cashews for that protein punch. Just make sure your pretzels are vegan-friendly (some brands use honey). The butter can be replaced with melted coconut oil or vegan butter—I've done it both ways and it works like a charm!

How Long Does It Stay Fresh?

Stored properly in an airtight container, this Chex mix stays crispy and delicious for about a week. The key is letting it cool completely before sealing it up—any residual warmth creates condensation that'll turn your crunchy masterpiece soggy. If you're making it ahead for a party, I'd bake it no more than 2 days before.

Can I Use Other Cereals?

Get creative! Wheat Chex, bran flakes, or even plain Cheerios make great additions. Just keep the total cereal amount about the same (6 cups). Avoid super-sweet cereals though—they clash with the tangy pickle flavor. My weird-but-wonderful secret? Adding a handful of plain popcorn for extra crunch!

The base recipe has zero heat—just pure pickle tang! But if you like a kick, add 1/4 tsp cayenne to the seasoning mix. The garlic and onion powder balance it beautifully. My spice-loving friends go wild when I sprinkle on some chili lime seasoning at the end!

Dill Pickle Chex Mix: Addictive Tangy Snack Recipe

Description

A tangy and crunchy snack mix featuring Chex cereal and dill pickle seasoning.

Ingredients

3 cups Rice Chex cereal
3 cups Corn Chex cereal
2 cups pretzel twists
1 cup mini pepperoni
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
2 tbsp dill pickle seasoning
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 250°F (120°C).
In a large bowl, combine Rice Chex, Corn Chex, pretzels, and mini pepperoni.
In a small bowl, mix melted butter, dill pickle seasoning, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Pour seasoning mixture over cereal mix and toss until evenly coated.
Spread mixture on a baking sheet and bake for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes.
Let cool before serving.

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
Adjust seasoning for more or less tanginess.
Substitute mini pepperoni with nuts for a vegetarian option.

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 45 mins
Category: Snack
Method: Baked
Cuisine: American