Made with AI
Spicy Cacio e Pepe Chex Mix
35 min 346 kcal per serving Easy
Ingredients
4 Servings
- Rice Chex cereal6 cups
- Mini pretzels2 cups
- Unsalted butter, melted6 tablespoons
- Pecorino Romano cheese, finely grated1 cup
- Black pepper, coarsely ground2 teaspoons
- Crushed red pepper flakes1 teaspoon
- Garlic powder1 teaspoon
- Kosher salt1 teaspoon
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
Place the Rice Chex cereal and mini pretzels in a large mixing bowl.
- 3
In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, black pepper, crushed red pepper flakes, garlic powder, and kosher salt.
- 4
Pour the seasoned butter over the cereal and pretzels. Toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
- 5
Add the finely grated Pecorino Romano cheese in several additions, tossing after each addition to distribute it evenly.
- 6
Spread the mixture in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- 7
Bake for 20–25 minutes, stirring gently halfway through, until the mix is dry, lightly toasted, and fragrant.
- 8
Remove from the oven and let the Chex mix cool completely on the baking sheet. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container at room temperature.
