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Chex Mix

A classic homemade Chex Mix combining rice, corn, and wheat cereals with nuts, pretzels, and bagel chips in a savory butter and Worcestershire sauce coating, baked to a crispy, flavorful snack perfect for parties and movie nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 3 cups rice Chex cereal
  • 3 cups corn Chex cereal
  • 3 cups wheat Chex cereal
  • 1 cup mixed nuts
  • 1 cup pretzels
  • 1 cup bagel chips or breadsticks
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika optional

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Oven
  • Spatula or wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 250°F (120°C).
  2. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the rice Chex cereal, corn Chex cereal, wheat Chex cereal, mixed nuts, pretzels, and bagel chips.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, seasoned salt, and smoked paprika.
  5. Pour the butter mixture over the dry ingredients and toss with a spatula until everything is evenly coated.
  6. Spread the coated mix in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes to ensure even baking and coating.
  8. Remove the Chex Mix from the oven and let it cool completely on the baking sheet.
  9. Transfer the cooled Chex Mix to an airtight container and store at room temperature.

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks. Reheat at 250°F (120°C) for 10 minutes to restore crispness.