Christmas Chex Mix

Have you seen our Halloween Party Mix and 4th of July Snack Mix recipes? Since we aren’t the type to make over-the-top holiday themed desserts, we thought the toned down snack mix recipes would be a cute way to show our festive side.

Now, here it is, right before Christmas, and we’re in thick of putting out new recipes, like Instant Pot Hot Chocolate, Chocolate Caramel Pretzels, and The Perfect Rice Krispie Treat Recipe, and revamping some old ones like our Mint Chocolate Fudge and Chicken Pot Pie with Biscuits.

Since the Halloween snack mix received a lot of positive feedback, we decided to make Christmas version, too. Only, the Christmas Chex Mix has more of a salty, sweet taste instead of being completely sweet like the Halloween mix.

We think you’ll love this twist on the original Chex mix recipe.

How to Make Our Sweet and Salty Chex Mix Recipe:

In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, brown sugar, and vanilla. Whisk until the sugar dissolves, and the mixture resembles a caramel sauce. Set aside.

Next, combine the Corn Chex, Rice Chex, and pretzels in a large bowl.

Pour the butter mixture over the cereal and pretzels, and combine using a spatula or wooden spoon.

Make sure to mix the cereal well. Otherwise, when it cooks, there will be some that will clump together while other pieces won’t have any butter and brown sugar mixture at all.

Carefully transfer the Chex mix to a baking sheet, and spread into an even layer.

I’ve never needed to spray the baking sheet with cooking spray or use parchment paper, but feel free to add either if you wish.

Place the baking sheet in a preheated oven, and bake for 45 minutes at 275° Fahrenheit turning every 15 minutes.

After the 45 minutes are up, remove the baked Chex mix from the oven, and allow it to cool before adding the remaining ingredients. Once the snack mix cools, transfer it back to a large bowl.

Add the popcorn, white chocolate chips, chocolate candies, and marshmallows. Give it a good stir to mix all the ingredients.

Serve immediately or divide out to give as gifts. Store any leftovers in airtight containers.

Tips for the Best Holiday Chex Mix Recipe:

• The most important tip I can probably offer is to use ingredients that you and your family like. My son hates white chocolate, so this Christmas Chex mix is not one of his favorites. However, that’s an easy switch. Replace the white chocolate chips with semi-sweet chocolate or leave that ingredient out completely. Change this recipe up to make it unique to your tastes!
• Use different types of popcorn. I made plain popcorn on the stove and salted it. However, a microwave version would have worked just as well. Not to mention there are a ton of flavors when it comes to boxed popcorn.
• Don’t forget to turn the Chex mix while it’s in the oven. May I recommend setting an oven timer for 15 intervals as a reminder. Failure to turn the cereal can result in hard, burnt cereal pieces that stick to the pan.

Other Christmas Recipes To Try

• Christmas Trail Mix
• Snickerdoodle Truffles
• Peppermint Truffles
• Peanut Butter Balls