Sweet Chex Mix Recipe

This Chex mix recipe is a real treat! Imagine a coating made from brown sugar that’s just the right amount of sweet, a tad salty, and wonderfully buttery. It’s this special mix of flavors that makes this snack so good.

The brown sugar gives each piece of Chex cereal a delightful crunch and a caramelized sweetness that’s hard to resist. It’s got that perfect combo of crispy and chewy that keeps you coming back for more.

And the touch of saltiness? It’s like the sidekick that brings out the best in the sweetness. It keeps things balanced, letting all the yummy flavors shine.

Ingredients Needed To Make Chex Mex

• Unsalted butter
• Brown sugar
• Light corn syrup
• Vanilla extract
• Salt
• Baking soda
• 2 boxes of Chex cereal (I’m using a combination of rice Chex cereal and corn Chex cereal).
• Nuts (optional)

Helpful Kitchen Tools

• Medium Saucepot
• Measuring Cups
• Measuring Spoons

First, pour out your cereals into a big bowl or dishpan. Stir to combine if you got two different kinds, like Allison said to do.

If you decided to go your own way and just get one kind then just toss ’em in there. Allison is a bit of a rebel herself so it’s all good. 

Sidenote: Christy, that is a lot of butter! 

It sure is, ain’t it? Moving on…

Place the butter and brown sugar into a medium saucepot over medium-high heat. Stir from time to time and bring just to a boil. 

Stir in the corn syrup, salt, vanilla extract, and baking soda. It will foam up a bit.

Remove the saucepot from the heat and set it aside.

Stir together the cereals and nuts (if using) in a large bowl or dishpan. Pour syrup over this cereal mixture and stir well to coat evenly.

Bake your sweet Chex mix

Pour the cereal mixture in batches into a large brown paper grocery bag, roll down the top to close it, and microwave for two minutes. Take the bag out and shake. Return to microwave for another two minutes and then shake again.

(Be careful to hold it by the closed top when you shake it to keep it closed and prevent anything from flying out. This will be very hot because that is how microwaves work 😉).

Keep an eye on this as this sweet Chex mix recipe can burn pretty quickly.

So this isn’t the time to go have a cup of coffee, although I don’t want to discourage having a cup of coffee, so just stand there and drink it while you wait on this to cook. You can sit down later and nibble on Chex mix to regain your strength. 

Carefully pour the hot and salty Chex mix out onto the waxed parchment paper and allow it to cool and dry completely. Repeat with any remaining Chex mix.

 Enjoy!

How To Store Homemade Chex Mix

Store your salty Chex mix in an airtight container at room temperature or in the fridge for up to one week.

Commonly Asked Questions

What types of nuts can be added to this snack mix?

You have several options for nuts to add to this mix. I recommend pecan halves, walnuts, honey roasted peanuts (a particularly tasty addition), sliced almonds, or cashews.

Can I switch out one of the cereals for something else to add variety?

Absolutely! You can substitute one of the cereals for small pretzel twists, honey nut Cheerios, or Golden Graham cereal to mix things up. Alternatively, you can simply add one of these options when you double the recipe, which you’ll probably want to do once you taste it!

Is there an alternative to microwaving the Chex mix?

Yes, you can also bake it. Spread it out on a lined or greased baking sheet and bake at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes.

How can I make this snack mix even sweeter?

After the Chex mix has cooled on the wax paper, you can turn it into a chocolate Chex mix by adding 1 1/2 cups of candy-coated chocolate pieces like M&Ms, or use regular chocolate chips, white chocolate chips, or caramel bits.

What’s another option to enhance this mix?

You can include 2 cups of shredded coconut flakes in your mix for an added layer of flavor.

Is it necessary to add extra salt if using salted butter?

No, if you choose to use salted butter, you won’t need to add the extra pinch of salt. It’s up to your preference!

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