Sweet Chex Mix Recipe
A crunchy, sweet, and salty snack mix featuring Chex cereals, pretzels, and a caramel-like glaze. Perfect for parties, gifts, and everyday snacking!
Ingredients
- 3 cups Rice Chex Light and crispy texture
- 2 cups Corn Chex Adds extra crunch
- 2 cups Cheez-It crackers Cheesy, salty goodness
- 2 cups Pretzel sticks For extra crunch
- 2 cups Bugles Unique shape and texture
- ½ cup Unsalted butter Melted
- ½ cup Brown sugar For caramelized flavor
- 2 tsp Honey Adds natural sweetness
- 1 tsp Sea salt Balances the sweetness
- 1 cup Reese’s Pieces For a chocolate-peanut butter twist
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine Rice Chex, Corn Chex, Cheez-Its, pretzel sticks, and Bugles.
- In a small bowl, melt butter in the microwave. Stir in brown sugar, honey, and sea salt until fully dissolved.
- Pour the butter mixture over the dry ingredients and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
- Spread the mix in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes to ensure even coating.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for 15 minutes. Once completely cooled, stir in Reese’s Pieces or any candy of choice.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week, or freeze for up to 3 months.