Why We Love This Homemade Chex Mix Recipe
This recipe has been in my family for years and years. My mom, Susie, knows how to make a goooooood party mix. I like to call it the best Chex mix recipe ever. It is really, really good… addicting, actually (ask my dad– he always gets to it first and takes all of the cashews). Bottom line is you will love this Chex party mix. Once I show you how to make Chex mix at home, you’ll never eat store-bought stuff again. You won’t need to! It’s so easy, basically hands-off, and so much tastier too. Try it to believe it!
Variations on Christmas Chex Mix
We love this recipe as is, but you can also add in more extras, even something sweet like m&ms! That would make it more of a trail mix, but it would still be utterly delicious. Play with the recipe and make it your own. Like I said, this party mix recipe will make you famous!
How to Store and Reheat
Properly stored in an airtight container, this homemade Chex Mix recipe should keep for 4-6 weeks. Just be sure to fully seal the container each and every time.
How to Freeze
This party mix recipe is perfect for making ahead in bulk, freezing, and then enjoying whenever you want. It’s also great for homemade gifts! It’ll keep in freezer-friendly bags for 4-6 months. No need to thaw!
Serving Suggestions
Serve this tasty Chex party mix with other snack mixes, like homemade Gardetto’s, puppy chow, or trail mix! Or put out some classic apps, like mini cheese ball bites, sausage balls, veggie dip, or pigs in a blanket.
More Chex Mix Recipes To Try
BBQ Chex Mix Crockpot Chex Mix Halloween Chex Mix
How to Make Chex Mix Step by Step
Combine the Cereals: Preheat oven to 250°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet or lasagna pan with parchment paper and set aside. Combine 3 cups of Crispix cereal, 3 cups of Rice Chex cereal, 3 cups of Honey Chex cereal, 1 cup of Cheerios cereal, 1 cup of Honey Nut Cheerios cereal, 1 cup of Pretzel Goldfish, and 2-3 cups of whole cashews in a large bowl. Make the Sauce: In a medium saucepan set over low heat, melt ¾ cup of unsalted butter. Add 3 tablespoons of Worcestershire sauce and 1½ teaspoons of seasoning salt (and 1 teaspoon of cayenne pepper if using) and mix well. Stir the Snack Mix: Pour the butter mixture over the cereal and gently stir until everything is evenly coated. Bake the Snack Mix: Spread the cereal onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 45-60 minutes – stirring every 15 minutes until it turns a little golden. Cool and Serve: Pour out onto aluminum foil and let cool completely before serving in a large bowl.
