Homemade Chex Mix (Oven Baked and without Nuts)
Homemade Chex mix is a combination of different types of cereal and pretzels. It is topped with a buttery seasoned mixture and oven baked to perfection. This recipe is so delicious. Beware – it is addicting. Just try to only eat one handful!
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Homemade Chex mix without nuts
Homemade Chex mix is a classic party snack. It is commonly served at Christmas time, but can be enjoyed year round. I have always loved this at gatherings. With several nut allergies in my family, I wanted to prepare a nut free homemade Chex mix. This recipe uses two types of Chex cereal, cheerios, and pretzels. The main topping is butter (can’t go wrong there!) and then a mixture of seasonings.
I tried several versions of this recipe. One was too flavorful and the spices nearly coated my mouth. The next was too bland. Finally, the perfect combination! I will say, my family did not mind at all taste testing all of these recipes. This is a wonderful snack to have on hand. My family enjoyed munching on it at home and on a short road trip we took.
Ingredients
- Rice Chex
- Corn Chex: Both of these Chex cereals are pretty comparable in taste. I like using two varieties to add a bit of color contrast. You could very well just use one or the other.
- Cheerios: I used plain cheerios in this recipe. The seasoning is plenty flavorful so you don’t need flavored cheerios.
- Mini pretzel twists: you can also use mini pretzels sticks.
- Unsalted butter: use unsalted as the seasoning salt adds plenty.
- Worcestershire sauce: this sauce adds hints of tang and saltiness.
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Seasoning salt: Lowry’s is a great option, but any seasoning salt will do.
How to make nut free Chex mix
- Preheat oven to 250 degrees.
- In a medium sized bowl, melt butter completely. Mix in all seasonings.
- In a large bowl, combine rice Chex, corn Chex, cheerios, and pretzels.
- Pour on butter mixture and toss to coat all the cereal.
- Spread the mixture out on a baking pan.
- Bake for 40-60 minutes. Stirring the mixture every 20 minutes.
- Scoop into a serving dish and enjoy!
Why you will love this recipe
Classic Christmas treat: This recipe smells and tastes like Christmas. You can also package it up in festive treat bags and gift them to family, friends and neighbors during the holidays.
Nut free: most Chex mix recipes call for peanuts or tree nuts. This recipe is allergen free of peanuts and tree nuts.
Crispy and buttery: Oh the flavor! It is so delicious and so addicting.
Crowd favorite: This is a classic party dish. Grab some quick as it will be gone fast.
Oven baked Chex mix
There are several ways to cook Chex mix and I think the oven baking is so simple. You cook on a very low heat. With stirring the mixture every 20 minutes, it is easy to keep an eye on it to prevent burning/overcooking.
FAQ
How to store homemade Chex mix?
Cool completely and store in an airtight container on the countertop for about 3 weeks.
How long does Chex mix keep for?
You can store on the countertop for about 3 weeks.
Variations
Looking for some variety? Try these tasty add-ins:
- Goldfish
- Cheez-its
- Oyster crackers
- Bagel chips
The perfect Christmas treat
This is the perfect snack/appetizer to serve at a Christmas party. You can make it ahead of time and simply set it out to serve. It is quick, easy, and so tasty.
Tips for success
- There is no need to grease the baking pan or use parchment paper. The butter mixture will prevent it from sticking. This will also help the Chex mix become crispy.
- Stir the mixture every 20 minutes to prevent burning. If your oven does not go as low as 250 degrees, then decrease the baking time and watch it closely.
Equipment needed
Homemade Chex Mix (Oven Roasted and Nut Free)
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups rice Chex cereal
- 2 ½ cups corn Chex cereal
- 2 cups mini twist pretzels
- 2 cups cheerios
- 12 tbsp. unsalted butter 1 and a half sticks
- 4 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tsp. seasoning salt
- 1 tsp. garlic powder
- 1 tsp. onion powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 250 degrees.
- In a medium sized bowl, melt butter completely. Mix in all seasonings.
- In a large bowl, combine rice Chex, corn Chex, cheerios, and pretzels.
- Pour on butter mixture and toss to coat all the cereal.
- Spread the mixture out on a baking pan.
- Bake for 40-60 minutes. Stirring the mixture every 20 minutes.
- Scoop into a serving dish and enjoy!
Notes
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- Stir the mixture every 20 minutes to prevent burning. If your oven does not go as low as 250 degrees, then decrease the baking time and watch it closely to ensure it doesn’t burn.
- Make sure the mixture cools completely before storing in an airtight container.
