Easy Christmas Chex Mix recipe (2024)

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This Easy Christmas Chex Mix is the perfect sweet and salty treat during the holiday season. It is perfect for gift giving or just having it for your family to snack on all year long.

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Christmas Chex mix goes by different names. Rather you call it Christmas Chex Mix or Christmas Crack mix it is still the perfect no-bake, easy recipe.

Especially during the holidays, I stock up on these ingredients because it seems that either myself or my kids are invited to a last minute holiday party. This dessert recipe is easy to mix up and everyone loves it.

It is also the perfect snack mix treat for you to fix for movie night with your family. It is so addicting and there are so many different variations that you never get tired of it. You might also like Christmas Crunch Recipe, Christmas Coffee Cake, or Sweet Chex Mix.

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What is Christmas Chex Mix?

It is a sweet and salty snack mix that is usually made up of Chex Cereal, pretzels, cheerios and M&M’s that is mixed with white chocolate. It is the perfect combination.

These simple 5 ingredients make this snack mix so easy to make and no need to add any corn syrup.

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Perfect for Gift Giving:

Everyone loves getting homemade gifts during the holidays. They are very sentimental and means so much to them that you took the time to make them something.

Whether it’s cookies or Chex mix you can’t go wrong with filling storage jars with homemade desserts.

Neighbors, friends or your kids teachers would love receiving this Christmas Chex. It is festive and so yummy. You will make their day.

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5 Simple Ingredients:

  • Chex Cereal – You can use a mixture of both rice chex or corn chex mix.
  • Cheerios – We usually use the plain Cheerios. But the honey Cheerios are good as well.
  • Pretzels– Any type of pretzels will work in this recipe. We have used twists, snaps or sticks.
  • Christmas M&M’s – Using the Christmas M&M’s makes them so festive. You can use the mini or the regular size.
  • White chocolate – I used Ghirardelli wafers. You can also use almond bark.
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How to make Christmas Chex Mix:

  • In a large bowl, combine the Chex, Cheerios, pretzels and M&M’s. Stir until combined.
  • Place the white chocolate in a microwave safe bowl. Microwave for 1 minute. Stir and then melt in 30 second increments (stirring in between). Do not overcook or it will burn.
  • Next pour the melted chocolate over the chex mix and stir until well coated.
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  • Then pour the chex onto a baking sheet lined with a piece of wax or parchment paper and allow to set until hardened and cool completely (at least 15 minutes).
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  • Store in an airtight container or a ziplock bag. Store on the counter for 3 days or in the freezer for 3 months.

This candy coating Christmas Chex is very easy to make and I am sure it will be loved by all.

Variation Ideas:

There are so many variations to this mix.

  • You can change the color of M&M’s for different holidays – Red & Pink for Valentine’s Day, Pastel for Easter, Orange and Black for Halloween. You can even use peanut M&M’s for an extra crunch.
  • Occasionally we will add in some peanuts to increase the salty flavor.
  • Add in some holiday sprinkles to bring out the festive color.
  • Mini marshmallows are fun to add as well.
  • You can even change the cereal. Some ideas are Golden Graham cereal, Life Cereal or Lucky Charms.

How to store:

Store your Chex Mix in an airtight container or plastic bag after it has cooled and hardened. It will last about 3-5 days at room temperature.

You can also store in the freezer for up to 3 months in a freezer safe bag or container.

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Perfect Snack Mix:

This really is the perfect snack mix. Rather you are making this snack mix for friends and family for the holidays or for you next movie night, it will sure to be hit.

This is a must have snack mix for the holiday season!

Print recipe here for Christmas Chex Mix:

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Christmas chex mix recipe

4.92 from 23 votes

This Christmas Chex Mix is made with easy ingredients. This sweet and salty snack is made in under 5 minutes and is the best holiday treat.

Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Set until hardened 15 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Servings 12

Cuisine American

Course Dessert

Calories 339

Author Carrie Barnard

Ingredients

  • 3 cups Chex rice or corn
  • 2 cups Cheerios plain
  • 2 cups pretzels
  • 1 cup Christmas M&M’s
  • 10 ounces white chocolate I used Ghirardelli wafers

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, combine the Chex, Cheerios, pretzels and M&M’s. Stir until combined.

  • Place the white chocolate in a microwave safe bowl. Microwave for 1 minute. Stir and then melt in 30 second increments (stirring in between). Do not overcook or it will burn.

  • Next pour the melted chocolate over the chex mix and stir until well coated.

  • Then pour the chex onto a piece of wax or parchment paper and allow to set until hardened (at least 15 minutes).

  • Store in a zip top bag or covered container. Store on the counter for 3 days or in the freezer for 3 months.

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Nutrition Facts

Calories 339kcal, Carbohydrates 50g, Protein 5g, Fat 14g, Saturated Fat 7g, Polyunsaturated Fat 1g, Monounsaturated Fat 3g, Trans Fat 1g, Cholesterol 8mg, Sodium 329mg, Potassium 137mg, Fiber 2g, Sugar 26g, Vitamin A 161IU, Vitamin C 1mg, Calcium 88mg, Iron 3mg

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FAQs

Is it cheaper to buy Chex mix or make your own? ›

Homemade Chex Mix Is Cheaper AND More Delicious Than The Store-Bought Stuff. Chex Mix offers variety: the crisp cereal, toasty pretzels, the unique crunch of the bagel chips. This homemade recipe puts the store-bought to shame.

Why is my homemade Chex mix soggy? ›

Using too much liquid. Don't go over the recipe's suggested liquid amounts; that is a sure way to get soggy mix (which, again, nobody wants). Follow this tip: If you need to make a change in liquid ingredients, just keep the amount the same.

What makes Chex mix so good? ›

Seasoned salt: This old-school seasoning has a blend of onion, garlic, spices, and salt. We like Lawry's for Chex mix. Onion and garlic powders: These give the Chex mix a deeper, more savory taste. Worcestershire sauce: A generous amount of lends a subtle savoriness that rounds all the flavors out.

What is the least favorite Chex mix piece? ›

Other than the rye chip, nothing brought more people together than pretzels — combined, 38% marked the circle and square pretzels as the worst pieces.

Is Chex Mix healthy or unhealthy? ›

Is Chex mix a healthy snack. In terms of snacks, this one certainly isn't the worst. On the other hand, if you've got high blood pressure, you definitely need to be careful of mindlessly eating it. In just a half cup, traditional Chex mix has 250 mg of sodium.

How do you keep Chex Mix from getting soggy? ›

The best tip for avoiding the sogginess is the make sure to stir up the mixture well each 15 minutes as it bakes. This will allow the chex mix to cook evenly and allow all pieces to get baked and crispy. After baking, make sure to store in a airtight container or Ziploc.

What is the dark brown thing in Chex Mix? ›

The brown, round things you are referring to in Chex Mix are known as "Wheat Chex." Wheat Chex is a type of cereal made from whole wheat, and it is a common ingredient in various Chex Mix varieties.

What flavor is original Chex Mix? ›

Substitution: The original recipe includes Corn Chex™, Rice Chex™ and Wheat Chex™. You can mix and match to suit your taste—just use a total of 9 cups of cereal.

Why is my Chex Mix tasteless? ›

Unfortunately, sometimes people only add a few tablespoons of butter to several cups of mix, resulting in a dry, flavorless mess. For the best Chex Mix, it's recommended to use a stick of butter for every 10 cups of the cereal and cracker mixture.

What is the best Chex Mix piece? ›

Corn Chex

Corn Chex are indisputably the best part of a bag of Chex Mix. If you've ever tasted Corn Chex on their own, you know they don't need to be doused in seasoning to be enjoyable—you could easily eat them plain.

How do you fix bland Chex Mix? ›

As a rule of thumb, you'll want to use a 1:3 ratio of Worcestershire Sauce to unsalted butter and a 1:3 ratio of Worcestershire Sauce to Chex Mix seasoning. That means for every 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, you'd use 3 tablespoons melted butter, and 3 tablespoons Chex Mix seasoning blend.

What does Chex Mix stand for? ›

Chex Mix is a type of snack mix that includes Chex breakfast cereal as a major component. There are many recipes for homemade Chex Mix also known as Chex Party Mix. Though contents vary, the mixes generally include an assortment of Chex cereals, chips, hard breadsticks, pretzels, nuts or bagel bites.

What is the fancy name for Chex Mix? ›

First off this recipe can be found under many names besides Party Mix such as Chex Mix, Nuts and Bolts, TV Mix, or Snack Mix.

How many flavors of Chex Mix are there? ›

In total, General Mills produces 13 varieties of Chex Mixes, not including limited editions. These flavors can be broadly divided into three categories: savory, chocolate (usually marketed as "Muddy Buddies"), and sweet 'n salty. Sometimes, limited edition varieties of Chex Mix are released.

What is the name of the snack Chex Mix? ›

Whether you call it muddy buddies or puppy chow, this classic is always guaranteed to be a crowd favorite. Rice Chex cereal is coated with a combination of melted chocolate and peanut butter, then tossed in powdered sugar for the ultimate easy sweet snack.

Are homemade snacks cheaper? ›

Making homemade snacks is almost always cheaper, healthier and better for the environment because there are no packets. We have great ideas and recipes here, but sometimes you just need a grab-and-go snack!

Is it cheaper to DIY trail mix? ›

Don't start from scratch- go ahead and pick up the cheapest trail mix you can find. Usually they consist of peanuts, dried fruit and chocolate. This will be your base and you can usually find a bag for as little as $3.99. This is way cheaper than buying all of those ingredients separately.

Is homemade Chex Mix healthier than chips? ›

Chex mix is a better option to consume than regular potato chips and is high in calories. Manufacturers add niacin and thiamine mononitrate into the chips to increase nutrients.

How long does homemade Chex Mix keep? ›

Slow cooker: Transfer the mixture to slow cooker and cook on LOW for 3 hours, stirring ever 45 minutes. Make Ahead Instructions: Chex mix tastes freshest when served within 2-3 days of making it, but it will last stored in an air-tight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

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