Homemade Chex Mix Recipe (2024)

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Homemade Chex Mix Recipe is a delicious staple around here. We make this for holidays, Game Day, birthdays and more. It is easy, frugal and so tasty.

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Being a busy mom of 8, I love to make homemade snack recipes for a healthier option. It saves me time, money and it is a great way for my kids to help make their favorite snacks.

Check out these After School Snack Recipes or Christmas Crack Chex Mix Recipe for delicious recipes that are kid approved. This snack mix makes a perfect and Easy New Year’s Recipe.

Table of Contents

  • Why Make this Recipe:
  • Ingredients
  • Variations Ideas:
  • Step by Step Instructions
  • Recipe Tips:
  • Frequently Asked Questions:
  • More Easy Snack Recipes:
  • Party Mix Recipe Recipe

Why Make this Recipe:

We love making this Original Chex Party Mix for our family gatherings, holiday parties or just for a snack. The combination of the flavors and the amazing crunch makes it an addicting snack.

I love that I can combine ingredients that are already have especially leftover cereal, nuts, pretzels and seasoning.

Ingredients

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  • Rice Chex Cereal
  • Corn Chex Cereal
  • Butter, melted
  • Wheat Chex Cereal
  • Mini Pretzels
  • Onion Powder
  • Mixed Nuts
  • Cashews
  • Worcestershire Sauce
  • Seasoned Salt
  • Garlic Powder

For the full list of ingredients and recipe, scroll to the bottom of the post for the recipe card.

Variations Ideas:

The beauty of this recipe is you really can use anything you prefer. You can omit ingredients you don’t care for and substitute something else. The key is to just end up with the same amount of cups the recipe calls for.

Some tasty ideas include:

  • Regular-Size Bagel Chips
  • Cheese Crackers
  • Cheerios
  • Oyster Crackers
  • Goldfish
  • Pretzel Bites
  • Any Type of Nuts – Almonds are a great addition
  • Chopped Chocolate

Step by Step Instructions

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Step 1 – First, preheat oven to 300 degrees. Next, set out a rimmed cookie sheet. Melt butter in microwave-safe bowl.

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Step 2 – In a large bowl, combine cereal, nuts and pretzels.

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Step 3 – Add Worcestershire sauce and seasoned salt, whisk until well combined. Pour butter mixture over cereal mixture and mix until well coated.

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Step 4 – Spread evenly onto cookie sheet. Bake for 30-40 minutes, stirring halfway in between. Remove from oven and allow to cool.

Recipe Tips:

  • Baking Sheet – To easily serve this delicious snack mix, we recommend lining the baking sheet with parchment paper. It also helps for cleaning up.
  • Melting Butter – Melt the butter in a large microwavable bowl. This makes it easy to add the cereal and the remaining ingredients to completely cover.
  • Baking Chex Mix – While baking the snack mix, we recommend stirring halfway through cooking time. This allows for the mixture to heat completely and with the best texture.
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Frequently Asked Questions:

How to Store Leftovers:

Store Chex Mix in an airtight container or jar to enjoy for several weeks. This is a great snack to enjoy all year long.

How Long Does it Last:

Chex Mix lasts about 4 weeks if you make sure to use an airtight container.

Can I Use Other Types of Cereal?

Yes, Chex Mix can be made with other types of Chex Cereal.

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More Easy Snack Recipes:

  • Easy Spicy Cheez-It Snack Mix Recipe
  • Sweet Chex Mix
  • Summer Snack Charcuterie Board

If you make this Chex Party Mix Recipe, make sure to leave us a comment. We love hearing from you.

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Review

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Party Mix Recipe

4.98 from 127 votes

Chex party mix recipe is a delicious staple around here. We make this for holidays, Game Day, birthdays and more. It is easy and frugal.

Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 35 minutes mins

Servings 6

Cuisine American

Course Appetizer, Dessert

Calories 549

Author Carrie Barnard

Ingredients

  • 2 cups Rice Chex Cereal
  • 2 cups Corn Chex Cereal
  • 2 cups Wheat Chex Cereal
  • ¾ cup mini pretzels
  • ¾ cup Mixed Nuts
  • ¾ cup Cashews
  • 8 tablespoons butter melted
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Seasoned Salt
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees Fahrenheit.

  • Set out a rimmed cookie sheet.

  • Melt butter in microwave-safe bowl.

  • In a large bowl, combine cereal, nuts and pretzels.

  • Add Worcestershire sauce and seasoned salt, whisk until well combined.

  • Pour butter mixture over cereal mixture and mix until well coated.

  • Spread evenly onto cookie sheet.

  • Bake for 30-40 minutes, stirring halfway in between.

  • Remove from oven and allow to cool.

Nutrition Facts

Calories 549kcal, Carbohydrates 58g, Protein 13g, Fat 33g, Saturated Fat 12g, Cholesterol 40mg, Sodium 1077mg, Potassium 397mg, Fiber 6g, Sugar 6g, Vitamin A 1186IU, Vitamin C 8mg, Calcium 146mg, Iron 15mg

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FAQs

Is it cheaper to buy Chex Mix or make your own? ›

Homemade Chex Mix Is Cheaper AND More Delicious Than The Store-Bought Stuff. Chex Mix offers variety: the crisp cereal, toasty pretzels, the unique crunch of the bagel chips. This homemade recipe puts the store-bought to shame.

What is the chex mix seasoning made of? ›

Seasoned salt: This old-school seasoning has a blend of onion, garlic, spices, and salt. We like Lawry's for Chex mix. Onion and garlic powders: These give the Chex mix a deeper, more savory taste. Worcestershire sauce: A generous amount of lends a subtle savoriness that rounds all the flavors out.

Is Chex Mix healthy or unhealthy? ›

Chex mix also includes vitamins and minerals like vitamin B6, calcium, potassium, sodium, and many more that are essential for better propagation of health. In general, it is slightly low in protein, and fiber, and high in sodium, which might affect your body if you consume it in high quantities.

How long is homemade chex mix good for? ›

Make Ahead Instructions: Chex mix tastes freshest when served within 2-3 days of making it, but it will last stored in an air-tight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks. Freezing Instructions: Chex mix freezes great! Store in freezer-safe container or bag for up to 3 months.

How do you keep Chex Mix from getting soggy? ›

To avoid soggy Chex mix, make sure to toss the ingredients well with the butter mixture and spread out on a large pan. Keeping toasting in the oven and tossing until the Chex mix is well-coated and dry. It will further dry out as it cools.

What makes Chex Mix so good? ›

Chex Mix is such a perfect food because it is balanced. Each individual piece retains its own individual texture, shape and flavor, yet together the pieces compliment one another and are coated in the same spice blend. Not all pieces absorb the flavor in the same way — some, like the pretzels, are merely coated in it.

Why is Chex Mix not in Canada? ›

Chex has really not caught on as a brand in Canada. Although many other products of General Mills, like Cheerios, are very popular, Chex is seen as a “niche” product.

What does Chex Mix stand for? ›

Chex Mix is a type of snack mix that includes Chex breakfast cereal as a major component. There are many recipes for homemade Chex Mix also known as Chex Party Mix. Though contents vary, the mixes generally include an assortment of Chex cereals, chips, hard breadsticks, pretzels, nuts or bagel bites.

Can you freeze nuts and bolts? ›

"This snack is standard issue at our house during the holidays. As a matter of fact, I make 2 turkey roasters of this, it's great for taking along to all the holiday parties. Go ahead and make it now. Store in a covered tin in a cool place, and yes, you can freeze it.

Is Cheez its junk food? ›

Cheez-It baked snack crackers have been a hit for over a century. Though they're "made with real cheese," ingredients like food preservative TBHQ, high levels of sodium, and enriched flour make them fairly unhealthy. A 2021 study found that TBHQ can harm the immune system, specifically immune cell proteins.

Which chex cereal is the healthiest? ›

Unlike other Chex varieties, Wheat Chex are made from 100% whole-grain wheat. One serving contains only 130 calories but boasts 7 grams of protein and 8 grams of fiber. While it is on the higher end for sugars, the overall nutrient profile of this cereal is still noteworthy.

Is chex mix bad for dogs? ›

There isn't anything dangerous in the chex mix other than the fact that she may start vomiting or have diarrhea in a day or two. For now make sure she has plenty of water and you can offer some of her regular food.

Why did my Chex Mix burn? ›

Why did my chex mix burn? To prevent burning, you want to make sure you stir the mix about once an hour. This keeps the flavors combines and prevent having the snack burn on the bottom of the slow cooker.

What is another name for Chex Mix? ›

First off this recipe can be found under many names besides Party Mix such as Chex Mix, Nuts and Bolts, TV Mix, or Snack Mix.

What can I do with stale Chex Mix? ›

You can bring them back to an edible state by heating them in the oven. This works wonderfully for snacks like crackers, Chex mix, tortilla chips, pretzels and even whole loaves of bread.

Is it worth it to make your own trail mix? ›

Making your own trail mix at home can also allow you to control its contents and maximize its potential health benefits. Healthy ingredients include almonds, pumpkin seeds, cashews, sunflower seeds, dried fruit, popcorn, and dark chocolate.

How many cups of Chex mix are in a bag? ›

Chex Mix Snack Mix, Traditional, Savory Snack Bag, 8.75 oz

A: There is probably about 3 cups.

How much Chex is in a box? ›

One standard-size (12-ounce) box of Rice Chex cereal contains about 11 cups of cereal. Save yourself the hassle of measuring out 9 cups and dump the entire box into your largest bowl.

What is the least favorite Chex Mix piece? ›

Other than the rye chip, nothing brought more people together than pretzels — combined, 38% marked the circle and square pretzels as the worst pieces.

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