Better" Party Mix. Same Look, Better Ingredients

Comparing Cereals: Chex vs. Heritage Bites. Same shape. Same crunch. Different ingredients. OK, to be blunt, there a lot of cereal options out there that are much worse off (nutrition wise) than General Mills Chex. Actually the Wheat Chex cereal isn't all half bad with 5 grams of fiber per serving, made from whole grains. But why stop with whole wheat grains when there are a plethora of other grains available today. That's why it's clear to see how Nature's Path Heritage Bites are a better option when it comes to a crunchy hexagon shaped cereal. Heritage bites contain buckwheat, quinoa, amaranth, millet, kamut and spelt. Talk about a multitude of super grains! Plus it is sweetened with organic evaporated cane sugar instead of basic sugar. And Heritage Bites are organic. Classic Party

Mix. The classic recipe that was made famous by the Chex brand over 50 years ago, contains a trio of Chex cereals, butter, nuts, seasonings and bagel chips. Well I've created my own version by using healthier ingredients. I'm taking goji berries, flax seed, sunflower seeds and maple syrup! And trust me, the flavor is outstanding! Perfect for a study time munchie, sports team snack, after school bite or a big bowl party mix. Make a lot and munch it all weekend..."Better" Party

Mixvegan, makes 5 cups3 cups Heritage Bites from Natures path, organic1 cup salted cashews2 Tbsp roasted sunflower seeds1/2 cup mixed nuts (any variety)1 1/2 Tbsp Goji Berries, dried1/4 cup pretzels or rice crisps1 Tbsp flax seed meal1 tsp vegan buttery spread1 tsp olive oil1 Tbsp maple Syrup1 tsp soy sauce2 dashes garlic powder2 dashes paprika2 dashes cinnamon2 dashes onion powder2-4 dashes black pepperoptional: 1/4 tsp liquid smoke

Combine all the dry ingredients in a mixing bowl: nuts, seeds, cereal, berries and pretzels or crisps. Toss well

Melt buttery spread, maple syrup, and olive oil in a small cup by microwaving for ten seconds. Stir in all the spices and soy sauce.

Pour spice/liquid mix slowly over cereal mixture. Toss very well.

Sprinkle flax seed meal over mix and toss well.

Serve OR for extra crispness I highly suggest toasting mixture in the oven at 400 degrees for ten minutes.Store in a large bowl in the fridge or in individual snack baggies. Eat cold or toast and serve.