Description
This Christmas Chex Mix is the perfect easy-to-make holiday snack! Featuring a sweet and salty blend of Chex cereal, melted butter, brown sugar, and festive mix-ins like M&Ms, pretzels, and nuts, it’s a crowd-pleasing treat that’s ready in just 5 minutes.
Ingredients
– 6 cups Chex cereal (any variety)
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
– 1/2 cup brown sugar
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 cup M&Ms (holiday colors)
– 1 cup pretzel twists
– 1/2 cup roasted and salted nuts (such as almonds or pecans)
Instructions
1. – Preheat the oven to 250°F (120°C).
2. – In a large bowl, combine the Chex cereal, melted butter, brown sugar, and vanilla extract. Stir until the cereal is evenly coated.
3. – Spread the mixture onto a large baking sheet.
4. – Bake for 30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes, until the Chex Mix is lightly toasted and fragrant.
5. – Remove from the oven and stir in the M&Ms, pretzels, and nuts.
6. – Let the Chex Mix cool completely before serving.
Notes
– For a sweeter version, increase the brown sugar to 3/4 cup.
– Substitute different nuts or mix-ins based on your preference.
– Store the Chex Mix in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American