When did the Chex Mix recipe come out?
The first recipes for Chex Party Mix began appearing in 1952. Recipes for snack mixes made from breakfast cereals were not a new idea, but a clever one. Like other cereal snack mix recipes, Chex Mix was simply called “Party Mix” at first.
What flavor is traditional Chex Mix?
The best guesses maintain that the flavor of Traditional Chex Mix features Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and butter, creating that uniquely savory flavor profile of Traditional Chex Mix.
What used to be in Chex Mix?
They didn’t begin to arrive until 1985. This retro party mix we’re sharing today is a fairly classic recipe, calling for three kinds of Chex cereal (rice, corn, and wheat) plus Cheerios, pretzel sticks, and peanuts.
Did Chex Mix used to have nuts?
Traditional Chex Mix is one of the few store bought snacks that does not contain dairy or nuts. It contains wheat and soy.
What is the history of Chex Mix?
According to a blog post on the General Mills’ website, the Chex Mix was popularized by the wife of a Ralston Purina executive when she brought it to a holiday party in 1955. This homemade variety had actually originated before the prepackaged mixes were put out into stores in 1987, according to Mental Floss.
What are the brown things in Chex Mix?
As you can see from the scientific study above, the best Gardetto’s are the little brown discs, officially known as “rye chips” but called by various regional nicknames.
What happened to the peanuts in Chex Mix?
The Peanut Lovers Chex Mix was officially discontinued earlier this year. We’ll let our team know that you’d like it to return. My dad has been on the hunt for months looking for them!
What is original Chex?
Chex is an American brand of breakfast cereal currently manufactured by General Mills. It was originally produced and owned by Ralston Purina of St. Louis, Missouri, using the name Chex starting in 1950. The name “Chex” reflects the “checkerboard square” logo of Ralston Purina.