Fall Chex Mix
Fall Chex Mix is the ultimate autumn snack, combining a delightful mix of crunchy Chex cereal, savory pretzels, and sweet fall-themed candies. Coated in a warm buttery glaze with a hint of cinnamon, this easy-to-make treat is perfect for cozy nights in or festive gatherings. Whether you’re binge-watching your favorite series or hosting a Halloween party, this crowd-pleaser guarantees smiles all around!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: About 8 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 cups Chex cereal (mix of rice, corn, and wheat)
- 1 cup mini pretzels
- 1 cup mixed nuts (unsalted)
- 1/2 cup butter (real)
- 1/4 cup cinnamon sugar
- 1 cup fall-themed candies (like candy corn or pumpkin-shaped chocolates)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C).
- In a large bowl, combine Chex cereal, mini pretzels, mixed nuts, and fall-themed candies.
- In a saucepan over low heat, melt the butter and mix in the cinnamon sugar until fully combined.
- Drizzle the melted mixture over the dry ingredients and gently fold until well-coated.
- Spread the mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for about 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes.
- Once baked, let it cool completely before serving. Store any leftovers in an airtight container.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (60g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg