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This small batch 20 Minute Air Fryer Snack Mix is the perfect homemade salty snack loaded with Chex cereal, pretzels and nuts! Plus, this small batch is perfect for 1-2 servings or double it to make more. You’ll love this air fryer snack for movie night, game night or pack it for on the go.
How to make Small Batch 20 Minute Air Fryer Snack Mix
This recipe could not be easier to make! Simply melt the butter (regular or dairy-free) and add the seasoning. Next, toss the cereal, pretzels and nuts in and coat in the butter mixture.
Then, cook in the air fryer for 15 minutes or until crunchy. Stir the snack mix in the air fryer every 3-5 minutes to get it evenly cooked. Let cool for a few minutes and enjoy! Check out this quick video:
Frequently Asked Questions
Absolutely! Rice chex and corn chex are already gluten free. Swap out regular pretzels for gluten-free and you’re all set.
Nope! Choose any kind of nut that you prefer or a combination of nuts. Already roasted or raw nuts work in this recipe. If you don’t like nuts throw in a little extra Chex cereal or pretzels.
Store any leftover snack mix in an airtight container (mason jars are my favorite) for up to 1 week.
Yes! As long as it will have enough room to spread out in your air fryer. You may need to add an extra few minutes of cooking time to get it all crunchy. If you double or triple this recipe you will have plenty for a party!
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Small Batch 20 Minute Air Fryer Snack Mix
This Small Batch 20 Minute Air Fryer Snack Mix is the perfect homemade salty snack loaded with Chex cereal, pretzels and nuts!
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon butter, non-dairy if needed
- 2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1/8 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 cups Chex cereal (corn, rice or wheat chex cereal)
- 1 cup pretzels, gluten-free if needed
- 1/4 cup nuts (cashews, pecans, peanuts, etc.)
Instructions
- Melt butter in medium size bowl.
- Add Worcestershire sauce, garlic salt and onion powder. Stir to combine.
- Add Chex cereal, pretzels and nuts. Toss to coat in butter mixture.
- Pour into air fryer basket. Spread out in even layer. Cook at 250 degrees for 15 minutes. Toss or sir every 3-5 minutes so the mixture gets evenly cooked.
- Let cool and serve.
- Store any leftover snack mix in an airtight container.
Notes
Use any nuts you prefer. Our favorite is cashes. Nuts can be raw or roasted for this recipe.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 2 Serving Size: 1 1/2 cupsAmount Per Serving: Calories: 369Total Fat: 16gSaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 878mgCarbohydrates: 51gFiber: 4gSugar: 5gProtein: 8g