Turnips 2 Tangerines: Chili-Lime Chex Mix

April 26, 2014

Chili-Lime Chex Mix

On the Menu Today~
Chili-Lime Chex Mix

If your looking for a spicy version
of Chex Party Mix, this recipe is for you.
It has a nice blend of spice and heat,
with splash of lime.
This is a great snack to serve during a baseball game,
football game or anytime.






Chili Lime Chex Mix

Ingredients
  • 10 cups corn chex cereal
  • 2 cups hot & spicy bite-size cheese crackers
  • 2 cups mini pretzel twists
  • 2 cups chili cheese corn chips
  • 8 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 2 teaspoons lime zest
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon creole seasoning
Cooking Directions
  1. In a large roaster pan, mix cereal, crackers, pretzels, and corn chips. Set aside.
  2. In a small microwavable bowl, microwave butter, uncovered on high about 40 seconds or until melted. Stir in lime juice, lime zest and seasonings. Pour over cereal mixture, stirring until evenly coated. Bake at 250º for 1 hour, stirring mixture every 15 minutes.
  3. Spread out on wax paper, parchment paper or foil.
  4. Cool completely and then store in resealable baggies.

  Snack MixSnack, Appetizer





Did you know? 
Jamaican Jerk seasoning hails from the Caribbean island of the same name. 
Used to flavor grilled meats, the dry mixture contains: 
chilies, thyme, cinnamon, ginger, allspice, cloves, garlic and onions. 
Jerk seasoning is rubbed directly onto foods, or combined with liquid to form a marinade. 
Look for it in the spice section of the grocery store or 
If you use this spice often, you can make your own.

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