This homemade Chex Mix recipe delivers the perfect balance of savory flavors in just 25 minutes. A beloved snack that combines crispy cereals with a buttery, seasoned coating, this classic treat packs 9g of protein and plenty of satisfying crunch.
Whether you’re planning a game day gathering or need a reliable party snack, this 5-minute prep recipe yields irresistible results every time. Best of all, you’ll know exactly what goes into your mix, making it a smarter choice than store-bought alternatives.
Fresh & Crunchy Chex Mix
- Chex Cereal: 9 cups total – equal portions of corn, rice, and wheat for perfect texture balance
- Crunchy Add-ins: 1½ cups cheese crackers, 1½ cups mini pretzel twists for extra crunch
- Mixed Nuts: 1 cup for protein-rich nutty goodness
- Savory Sauce Mix:
- ½ cup melted butter
- 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce for depth
- 2 teaspoons Lawry’s seasoned salt
- 1½ teaspoons garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne or smoked paprika for kick
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce (optional for extra heat)
Let’s Make This Delicious Snack!
- Mix Dry Ingredients: Combine Chex cereal, crackers, pretzels, and nuts in a spacious bowl
- Prepare Sauce: Blend melted butter with Worcestershire sauce and all seasonings until well combined
- Combine: Gently drizzle sauce over dry mix while tossing to ensure even coating
- Bake to Perfection: Spread on two baking sheets and toast at 250°F for 1 hour, stirring every 20 minutes
- Cool & Enjoy: Let it reach room temperature before serving up this irresistible snack
Variations & Mix-ins
Love making this snack mix your own! Try swapping in different cereals like Crispix or Cheerios. You can also add fun mix-ins like:
- Bagel chips or rye chips for extra crunch
- Different nuts like cashews or pecans
- Ranch-flavored crackers
- Bugles or corn chips
- Sesame sticks Want it spicier? Double the cayenne or add extra hot sauce. For a milder mix, skip the cayenne and use paprika instead.
Storage Tips
Once your Chex Mix is completely cool, store it in an airtight container or zip-top bag. It stays fresh and crunchy for up to 2 weeks at room temperature.
Making a big batch? You can freeze it for up to 2 months! Just let it come to room temperature before serving. The airtight container is super important – it keeps everything crispy and prevents the mix from getting stale.
Serving Ideas
This Chex Mix is perfect for so many occasions! Pack it in small bags for:
- Game day snacking
- Road trip munchies
- Lunch box treats
- Movie night bowls
- Party snack bars Put it in mason jars with pretty ribbons for an easy holiday gift. Add a bowl to your next cheese board or snack spread – it adds the perfect salty crunch!
Chex Mix
Equipment
- Large Bowl
- Baking sheets
Ingredients
For the Mix:
- 9 cups Chex cereal I use equal parts corn, rice, wheat Chex
- 1 1/2 cups cheese crackers
- 1 1/2 cups mini pretzel twists
- 1 cup mixed nuts
For the Sauce:
- 1/2 cup butter melted
- 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons seasoned salt I recommend Lawry’s
- 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper for spice, or smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon tobasco or hot pepper sauce optional
Instructions
- Place the cereal, cheese crackers, pretzels and nuts into a large bowl.
- Mix together the melted butter, Worcestershire sauce, seasoned salt, garlic powder, onion powder and cayenne.
- Slowly drizzle the butter mixture over the cereal, while tossing gently, to coat.
- Preheat the oven 250°F. Transfer the Chex Mix onto two baking sheets, spreading it into an even layer. Bake for 1 hour, stirring every 20 minutes. Remove from oven and allow to cool before serving.
