Furikake Chex Mix: A Sweet & Salty Snack Sensation

Discover how to make Furikake Chex Mix, a delicious blend of crunchy cereals and umami-rich seasoning that transforms snack time.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 1

Cooling Time 15

Total Time 1 30

Servings: 8 cups

Course: Appetizers

Cuisine: Japanese

Calories: 330

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

3 cups Corn Chex Cereal Use any puffed cereal for crunch.
3 cups Honey/Wheat Chex or Crispix Cereal Any similar cereal can work.
2 cups Honeycomb Cereal Substitute with sweetened puffed cereals.
2 cups Bugles Use corn chips or kettle corn as substitutes.
2 cups Fritos Any other chip can replace it for different flavor.
2 cups Pretzels Use cheese puffs for a different flavor profile.

For the Syrup

1 cup Unsalted Butter Use salted butter if preferred.
1 cup Granulated Sugar Brown sugar can add a deeper flavor.
1/2 cup Vegetable Oil Any neutral oil can work.
1/2 cup Light Corn Syrup Use maple syrup or honey for natural sweetener.
2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Tamari for a gluten-free option.

For the Flavor

1 cup Furikake Seasoning Can be found at Asian markets or online.

Equipment

medium saucepan
two deep roasting pans
large spatula

Method

Preparation Steps

Preheat your oven to 250°F (121°C). Gather your deep roasting pans to prepare for mixing the snack components.
In your two deep roasting pans, evenly distribute the Corn Chex, Honey/Wheat Chex, Bugles, Fritos, and pretzels.
In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat. Add granulated sugar, vegetable oil, light corn syrup, and soy sauce, stirring continuously for about 3-4 minutes.
Carefully pour the syrup over your cereal and snack mixture in the pans and gently toss the ingredients to ensure every piece is evenly coated.
Sprinkle the furikake seasoning over the coated mix and gently stir to combine all the flavors well.
Transfer the pans to your preheated oven and bake for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes for uniform toasting.
Once golden and crunchy, remove from the oven and let it cool completely in the pans.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 330kcalCarbohydrates: 44gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 2-3 weeks. For longer storage, freeze in a freezer-safe container for up to 2-3 months.

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