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Sweet & Spicy Sesame Snack Mix

This Sweet & Spicy Sesame Snack Mix is crunchy, flavorful, and addictive! A perfect blend of sweet honey, savory soy, nutty sesame, and a spicy kick for any snack craving.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Snack

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups corn Chex cereal
  • 2 cups rice Chex cereal
  • 2 cups mini pretzels
  • ½ cup unsalted shelled peanuts
  • ½ cup bagel chips
  • ½ cup sesame sticks
  • ½ cup white sesame seeds
  • 6 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1-2 tablespoons gochugaru pepper flakes adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Small saucepan
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper or silicone baking mat
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wooden spoon or spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat and set it aside.
  2. In your large mixing bowl, combine the corn Chex cereal, rice Chex cereal, mini pretzels, unsalted shelled peanuts, bagel chips, sesame sticks, and white sesame seeds. Toss gently to distribute evenly.
  3. In a small saucepan over medium heat, whisk together the vegetable oil, honey, sesame oil, soy sauce, gochugaru pepper flakes, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and kosher salt. Stir continuously until smooth and just bubbling, then remove from heat.
  4. Pour the warm glaze over the dry mix in the bowl. Use a wooden spoon or spatula to toss everything thoroughly, coating every piece evenly.
  5. Transfer the coated snack mix evenly onto the prepared baking sheet in a single layer. Bake for about 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes to crisp evenly without burning.
  6. Remove from oven and let cool completely on the baking sheet; the mix will continue to crisp. Store in an airtight container for up to two weeks.

Notes

  • Stir the mix during baking to prevent burning and ensure even crispness.
  • Adjust gochugaru pepper flakes to control the heat level according to your taste.
  • Cool completely before storing to maintain crispiness and avoid sogginess.
  • Substitute nuts like almonds or cashews for variety or allergy considerations.
  • Freeze leftovers in a sealed container for up to three months; reheat to refresh crispiness.