Chex Mix Recipe

Name: Homemade Chex Mix
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 9 cups Chex cereal ( (I use use equal parts corn, rice, and wheat Chex)); 1 1/2 cups cheese crackers; 1 1/2 cups mini pretzel twists; 1 cup mixed nuts; ½ cup unsalted butter (, melted); 3 Tablespoons Worcestershire sauce; 2 teaspoons seasoned salt ((I recommend Lawry’s brand)); 1 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon onion powder; ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper ((for spice) or smoked paprika); 1 tablespoon tobasco or hot pepper sauce (, optional)

Lauren Allen

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Published on December 16, 2024

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It’s so easy to make this Chex Mix recipe from home with Chex cereal, cheese crackers, pretzels, nuts, and a simple sauce. Bake it in the oven and for the tastiest, addicting snack.

A bowl of homemade Chex Mix with Chex, nuts, pretzels, baked in a simple sauce.

Everyone’s favorite snack: Homemade Chex Mix.

I can’t think of a better snack monster craving curb than Homemade Chex Mix. It’s our go-to savory snack to make for game-day, parties, or just an after-school snack. And, the best part is it can easily be customized depending on what you have on hand and your flavor preferences. Check out my notes in the recipe card for a list of flavor variations. I promise it will be a hit at your next party!

Any for my fellow snackers, don’t miss my Sweet Chex Mix, Muddy Buddies, Candied Pecans, Healthy Granola, or Peanut Butter Popcorn!

How to make Chex Mix:

Combine: Add Chex cereal, cheese crackers, nuts, and pretzels to a large bowl.

Sauce: Combine melted butter, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, seasoned salt, and cayenne.

Two images showing how to make chex mix by combining the snack ingredients and whisking a simple sauce.

Combine: Drizzle the sauce mixture slowly over the cereal mixture, tossing gently to coat. Bake: Spread into a single layer on two baking sheets and bake at 250°F for 1 hour. Stir the homemade Chex mix every 20 minutes then let cool before enjoying.

A traditional Chex Mix recipe tossed in a simple sauce and baked on a baking sheet, then served in a large bowl.

Homemade Chex Variations:

Substitute any of your favorites for a 1:1 ratio. Here are some ideas I have:

Nuts: Pistachio, cashews, macadamia, or your favorite kind.
Bagel Chips
Popcorn
Corn Chips or Bugles
Cheetos
Raisins
Spicy Chex Mix: Add 1-2 Tablespoons Tabasco or hot pepper sauce to the sauce mixture. Add 1-2 cups Takis in place of Chex cereal or pretzels.
Sweet Chex Mix Recipe
Cereal: Add other types besides Chex, like Cheerios or Corn Flakes.
Nut Allergy: Omit nuts and use extra crackers or pretzels.

Make Ahead and Freezing Instructions:

To Make Ahead: Homemade Chex mix is best eaten within 2-3 days, but you can store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.

To Freeze: Chex mix freezes great, in a freezer safe bag or container for up to 3 months.

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I originally shared this recipe May 2020. Updated December 2024.

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Krodog

22 days ago

This is great seasoning for Chex mix. You can mix up the other ingredients to suit your taste. Goldfish for cheese crackers, a little less Chex cereal and oyster crackers instead, etc. I like chili powder versus cayenne and hot sauce as it’s not spicy hot but adds a bit more umami. And definitely add way more mixed nuts!!