Chex Mix is a popular snack mix originating in the United States that is typically made with corn, wheat, and rice cereals, pretzels, and nuts. It is often flavored with butter, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and onion powder. Chex Mix can be made at home or purchased pre-made from stores. If you are looking for a delicious and easy-to-make snack mix, Chex Mix is a great option! With just a few simple ingredients and steps, you can whip up a batch of this classic treat in no time.
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HOMEMADE CHEX® PARTY MIX
This homemade snack mix recipe my mom has had since it originated in the 1940s. This was always a holiday favorite at our house. So much better than the newer versions with a richer flavor with the extra butter. This is a very hard-to-find recipe so I thought I'd share. Great to put in tins and give away. I always quadruple the recipe and store extra in freezer. Store in an airtight container or large zip-top bags.
Provided by Wick of Twizt
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Snacks Party Mix Recipes
Time 3h20m
Yield 88
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C).
- Melt butter, Worcestershire, garlic salt, and celery salt over low heat in a medium saucepan until butter has dissolved, 3 to 5 minutes.
- Combine rice cereal, wheat cereal, corn cereal, oat cereal, mixed nuts, and pretzel sticks in a large mixing bowl. Pour butter mixture over and gently stir to coat all of the pieces. Transfer mixture to a large roasting pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven until golden, about 2 hours, stirring gently every 15 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and let cool completely, about 1 hour. Store in airtight containers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 105.1 calories, Carbohydrate 9.4 g, Cholesterol 11.1 mg, Fat 7 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 307.3 mg, Sugar 0.9 g
ORIGINAL CHEX® PARTY MIX
Still great after all these years! Chex® party mix has been a party staple for 50 years.
Provided by Chex
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Chex® Party Mix
Time 15m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In large microwavable bowl, mix cereals, nuts, pretzels and bagel chips; set aside. In small microwavable bowl, microwave butter uncovered on High about 40 seconds or until melted. Stir in seasonings. Pour over cereal mixture; stir until evenly coated.
- Microwave uncovered on High 5 to 6 minutes, thoroughly stirring every 2 minutes. Spread on paper towels to cool. Store in airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 145.7 calories, Carbohydrate 19.4 g, Cholesterol 7.6 mg, Fat 7 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 364.9 mg, Sugar 1.9 g
THE ORIGINAL CHEX PARTY MIX
Clipped from the coupon section, the Chex Party Mix has a few more ingredients than the traditional Chex Mix.
Provided by 2atdiemer
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 1h10m
Yield 24 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat oven to 250 degrees.
- Melt butter in large roasting pan in oven. Stir in seasonings. Gradually stir in remaining ingredients until evenly coated.
- Bake 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes. Spread on paper towels to cool. Store in airtight container.
CARAMEL CHEX MIX
This wonderfully crunchy snack is loaded with cereal, pretzels and nuts-and coated with a not-too-sweet brown sugar mixture. Package this up as gifts, or set out a bowl at your party and watch it disappear by the handful. -Samantha Moyer, Oskaloosa, Iowa
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Snacks
Time 25m
Yield 3 quarts.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the cereal, pretzels and nuts. In a small saucepan, combine butter and brown sugar. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Pour over cereal mixture; toss to coat. , Spread into 2 greased 15x10x1-in. baking pans. Bake at 350° for 8 minutes. Stir; bake 6 minutes longer. Transfer to waxed paper-lined baking sheets. Cool completely. Store in airtight containers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 383 calories, Fat 27g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 333mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
HOT AND SPICY CHEX™ PARTY MIX
Bring a spicy kick to your next party with the addition of red pepper sauce and cheese crackers to the classic Original Chex® Party Mix!
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Snack
Time 1h25m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oven to 250°F.
- In ungreased large roasting pan, melt butter in oven. Stir in Worcestershire sauce, seasoned salt and pepper sauce. Gradually stir in remaining ingredients until evenly coated.
- Bake uncovered 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes. Spread on paper towels to cool, about 15 minutes. Store in airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 130, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 310 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g
ORIGINAL CHEX MIX
This is the recipe that was on the Chex cereal box with a few additions, when I was a child. I hope you like it as much as I do. I seem to make it every year around Christmas time, so Cheers!
Provided by Babybuttons
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 1h5m
Yield 10 cups
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 250°F.
- Heat Butter in large 8-quart pot until melted and add seasoning salt and Worcestershire sauce and set aside.
- In large bowl, measure all 3 cereals, nuts, and pretzels and mix together.
- Add dry ingredients to butter mixture and stir until evenly coated.
- Place mixture in a large pan (I usually use my roasting pan) and bake for 1 hour, stirring approximately every 15 minutes.
CARAMEL CHEX MIX
Make and share this Caramel Chex Mix recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Nana in the woods
Categories Low Protein
Time 4m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Bring to a boil: salt, corn syrup, brown sugar and butter. Boil 1-1/2 minutes. Add 1/2 teaspoons soda.
- Pour over the chex cereal in brown paper bag. Microwave 3-1/2 to 4 minutes. Shake bag after each minute. Spread on cookie sheet to cool. Store in covered container.
HONEY-ROASTED CHEX® MIX
Mmm! Enjoy a honey of a crunchy snack mix that goes together in a snap.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Snack
Time 55m
Yield 15
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oven to 325°F. In very large bowl, mix cereals, snacks and peanuts.
- In 1-quart saucepan, heat corn syrup, honey and butter to boiling over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat; stir in vanilla. Pour over cereal mixture, stirring until evenly coated. Spread in ungreased 15x10x1-inch pan.
- Bake 20 minutes, stirring after 10 minutes. Spread on waxed paper or foil to cool, about 15 minutes. Break into bite-size pieces. Store in airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 110, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1/2 Cup, Sodium 140 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 0 g
WHITE CHOCOLATE CHEX PARTY MIX
Everyone loves Chex mix and this delicious White Chocolate Chex Party Mix is always a hit at family parties or as gifts for friends in your favorite holiday tin. It is super easy and makes a lot.
Provided by Camille
Categories Dessert
Yield 15
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a VERY large bowl (or two medium bowls), combine the first 5 ingredients. Set aside.
- In a microwave safe bowl, heat white chips and oil on high for 60 seconds (you could also melt chocolate and oil in a double boiler pan). Stir and microwave for another 30 seconds and stir until completely melted and smooth (you may need to microwave for a couple more seconds). Pour melted chocolate over cereal mix and stir until all the cereal is evenly covered with white chocolate. Spread cereal mix on 2 large baking sheets (I used cookie sheets) lined with wax paper. Let cool and then break apart into chunks.
- Store in an air tight container.
Nutrition Facts : Servingsize 1 serving
CHRISTMAS CHEX™ PARTY MIX
A sweet holiday snack mix finished with a dusting of powdered sugar and inspired by a winter snow day. Chex™ cereal, marshmallows and pretzel twists are coated in vanilla almond bark and sprinkles and tossed with holiday-colored chocolate candies.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Snack
Time 35m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Line large rimmed cookie sheet with waxed paper. In large bowl, mix cereal, marshmallows and pretzels.
- In medium microwavable bowl, microwave candy coating uncovered on High 60 to 90 seconds, stirring after 1 minute, until almost melted. Stir until smooth. Pour onto cereal mixture; mix well.
- Spread on cookie sheet; sprinkle with holiday sprinkles, and cool completely, about 15 minutes. Break into bite-size pieces.
- In 2-quart resealable food-storage plastic bag, add coated cereal pieces and powdered sugar. Seal bag; shake to coat. Remove from bag; discard any remaining powdered sugar.
- In large serving bowl, mix coated cereal mixture and chocolate candies.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 190, Carbohydrate 27 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 100 mg, Sugar 19 g, TransFat 0 g
THE BEST CHEX MIX
This is essentially the recipe on a box of Chex, adjusted to my taste. I like extra seasoning, a kick from hot sauce, and a few other adjustments. I also leave out the bagel chips; they just don't seem very Chex Mix-y to me.
Provided by Ameliahead
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 1h10m
Yield 24 1/2 cup servings, 24 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 250°F.
- In ungreased large roasting pan, melt butter in oven.
- Stir in seasonings.
- Gradually stir in remaining ingredients until evenly coated.
- Bake one hour, stirring every 15 minutes.
- Spread on paper towels to cool, about 15 minutes.
- Store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 121.8, Fat 7.5, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 7.6, Sodium 192.4, Carbohydrate 12.6, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 1.7, Protein 2.4
SLOW-COOKER ORIGINAL CHEX™ MIX
Slow cooker prep makes this a perfect bring-along party snack.
Provided by By Jessica Walker
Categories Snack
Time 2h5m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In oval 5- to 6-quart slow cooker, stir together cereals and pretzels.
- In small bowl, mix melted butter, Worcestershire sauce and spices with whisk until well combined. Pour over cereal mixture; stir until evenly coated.
- Cook uncovered on High heat setting 2 hours, stirring every 20 minutes.
- Spread cereal mixture on ungreased cookie sheet or sheet of waxed paper. Cool 3 to 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 100, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 270 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 0 g
LEMON CHEX MIX
This Lemon Chex Mix is the ultimate summer snack!
Provided by Elyse
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Measure cereal into a large mixing bowl and set aside.
- n a microwaveable bowl, microwave white chocolate chips, butter, lemon zest and juice uncovered on high for 1 minute; stir.
- Microwave about 30 more seconds or until mixture can be stirred smooth.
- Pour mixture over cereal, stirring until evenly coated.
- Pour into a 2-gallon resealable food storage plastic bag.
- Add powdered sugar, seal bag and shake until all the cereal is well-coated.
Nutrition Facts : Servingsize 1 serving, Calories 3296 kcal, Fat 3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 0 mg, Carbohydrate 774 g, Sugar 272 g, Protein 40 mg
CHEESY RANCH CHEX® MIX
You'll really enjoy this tasty snack that's highlighted with the popular flavor of ranch dressing.
Provided by Chex
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Chex® Party Mix
Time 15m
Yield 26
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In large microwaveable bowl, microwave butter uncovered on High about 30 seconds or until melted. Stir in cereal, pretzels and crackers until evenly coated. Stir in dressing mix and cheese until evenly coated.
- Microwave uncovered on High 3 minutes, stirring each minute. Spread on waxed paper or foil to cool, about 15 minutes. Store in airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 118.8 calories, Carbohydrate 19.6 g, Cholesterol 5.5 mg, Fat 3.4 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 352.6 mg, Sugar 1.8 g
BUTTERY GLUTEN-FREE RANCH CHEX® MIX
I created this delicious gluten-free Chex® mix recipe for Gluten-Free Living magazine, and it has been a family favorite for us. Don't let the seemingly long ingredient list dissuade you. This makes a party-sized batch that you can store in the fridge for up to a week. Pull it out and share it with last-minute guests - if you can control yourself! It's savory, buttery, salty, and has a little punch of tart flavor from the cranberries. Make a huge batch - it'll go fast!
Provided by Angela Sackett Superhotmama
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Snacks Party Mix Recipes
Time 1h25m
Yield 22
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). Line 2 large baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Place butter in a microwave-safe bowl and melt in the microwave, about 1 minute.
- Mix rice cereal squares, cashews, pecans, pretzels, and cranberries together in a large bowl.
- Add parsley, dill, garlic powder, onion powder, chives, salt, and black pepper to the bowl with the melted butter. Toss with cereal mixture and spread onto the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour. Sprinkle baking sheets evenly with Parmesan cheese and return to the oven; bake 15 minutes more.
- Serve immediately or store in a tightly sealed jar in the refrigerator for 1 week.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 215.9 calories, Carbohydrate 13.2 g, Cholesterol 12.7 mg, Fat 17.7 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 305.6 mg, Sugar 4.7 g
LEMON BUDDIES CHEX™ MIX
Go for the snappy twist of lemon with this mix from citrus-producing powerhouse Florida.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Snack
Time 15m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Into large bowl, measure cereal; set aside.
- In 1-quart microwavable bowl, microwave chips, lemon peel and juice uncovered on High 1 minute; stir. Microwave about 30 seconds longer or until smooth. Pour mixture over cereal, stirring until evenly coated. Pour into 2-gallon resealable food-storage plastic bag.
- Add powdered sugar. Seal bag; gently shake until well coated. Spread on waxed paper or foil to cool. Store in airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 120, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 105 mg, Sugar 16 g, TransFat 0 g
STEVE'S OFTEN COPIED, NEVER DUPLICATED, FURIKAKE CHEX MIX
This is a sweet and spicy Asian variation of Chex mix. There are times I have made this by the bucketful, and it still runs out at parties. I often give this out as Christmas or hostess gifts. Be very careful. This party mix is HIGHLY addictive, very dangerous to keep around in big quantities and may result in some weight gain!This recipe is a combination of a few recipes, one from foodgeeks.com and another from beanpaste.blogspot.com. It also has a few of my own personal touches.
Provided by HawaiiChef79
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 2h5m
Yield 12 1 cup, 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F.
- Mix together all the cereals, pretzels, and peanuts in a large baking pan (The tin foil ones that you can buy from the store to roast turkey works really well!).
- Divide the mixture between two pans.
- In a medium-sized sauce pan over medium to medium-high heat, melt butter.
- Add sugar and dissolve well.
- Add corn syrup, soy sauce, oil, Worcestershire sauce, and Tabasco Sauce. Stir until blended well. It works best if you heat till it reaches the hard ball stage (about 250 degrees).
- Pour over cereal mixture, one pan at a time, and mix well.
- Put into the oven.
- After 15 minutes, remove from oven, and add one bottle of furikake to each pan. Mix around to evenly distribute furikake and sauce from the bottom.
- Continue baking for about 1-2 hours, stirring every 15 minutes.
- The cooking time fluauates depending on how crispy you want it, and how humid it is (making this in 90% humidity is a nightmare!).
- Store in an air-tight container or ziplock bags.
TRADITIONAL CHEX PARTY MIX
I came across this recipe over the weekend. This recipe is at least 25 years old and I imagine I got it off a box of Chex cereal way back when. I know we used to make it all the time for parties and that everyone really enjoyed it.
Provided by WendyinGermany
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 1h7m
Yield 7 cups, 14-20 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 205 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Heat butter in a shallow roasting pan (15" x 10" x 2") in oven until melted. Remove pan from oven.
- Stir in seasoned salt and Worcestershire sauce.
- Add Rice Chex, Wheat Chex, Corn Chex, and nuts.
- Mix well until all ingredients are coated.
- Heat in oven 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes.
- Spread on paper towels to absorb excess fat and to cool.
- Store in an airtight container.
CRANBERRY-ORANGE CHEX™ MIX
Give the gift of a homemade snack mix. This one may be the "berry" best you'll make!
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Gifts & Decor
Time 55m
Yield 20
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oven to 300°F. In large bowl, mix cereals and almonds.
- In microwavable measuring cup, mix butter, brown sugar and juice concentrate. Microwave uncovered on High 30 seconds; stir. Pour over cereal mixture, stirring until evenly coated. Pour into ungreased large roasting pan.
- Bake uncovered 30 minutes, stirring after 15 minutes. Stir in cranberries. Cool completely, about 15 minutes. Store in airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 140, Carbohydrate 22 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1/2 Cup, Sodium 170 mg, Sugar 8 g, TransFat 0 g
SPICY BUFFALO CHEX® MIX
Chex® mix with a spicy, Buffalo-wing kick.
Provided by Jon
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Snacks Party Mix Recipes
Time 41m
Yield 30
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Heat butter in a microwave-safe bowl in the microwave until melted, 25 to 30 seconds. Add hot sauce and microwave until heated through, 20 to 30 seconds more. Stir in ranch seasoning.
- Combine rice cereal squares, wheat cereal squares, peanuts, pretzel crackers, and Parmesan-flavored crackers in a large bowl. Pour in butter mixture; mix thoroughly to coat. Spread in 2 ungreased 9x13-inch baking pans.
- Bake in the preheated oven until golden, about 15 minutes. Remove from oven and stir well. Return to the oven; bake until dried, about 15 minutes more. Spread on paper towels to cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 152.7 calories, Carbohydrate 13.9 g, Cholesterol 8.1 mg, Fat 9.4 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 3.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 396.2 mg, Sugar 1.2 g
Tips:
- Use fresh and high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better your Chex Mix will taste. Choose fresh nuts, seeds, and pretzels, and use a good-quality cheese powder.
- Don't overcrowd the pan: When baking the Chex Mix, make sure to spread it out in a single layer on the baking sheet. This will help it bake evenly and prevent it from getting soggy.
- Stir the Chex Mix frequently: While the Chex Mix is baking, stir it every few minutes to prevent it from burning.
- Let the Chex Mix cool completely before storing it: This will help it to stay crispy.
- Store the Chex Mix in an airtight container: This will help it to stay fresh for up to 2 weeks.
Conclusion:
Chex Mix is a delicious and versatile snack that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It's perfect for parties, potlucks, or just a quick snack on the go. With so many different variations to choose from, there's sure to be a Chex Mix recipe that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a fun and easy snack, give Chex Mix a try!
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