Homemade Chex Mix (Oven Baked and without Nuts)
This homemade Chex mix is oven baked to perfection. It is tossed in a buttery seasoning mix and incredibly easy to make. It’s perfect for serving at parties or get togethers. It is sure to be a crowd favorite!
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⏱️ Total time: 1 h 10 min (10 min prep + 60 min bake)
🍽️ Yield: 9 cups
🧾 Key ingredients: Rice Chex, Corn Chex, Cheerios, mini pretzels, unsalted butter, Worcestershire sauce, seasoning salt, garlic powder, onion powder.
🎉 Why you’ll love it: nut-free, buttery & crispy, party favorite
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 and substitutions
How to make nut free Chex mix
👉 Be sure to check out the video at the bottom of this post for step-by-step directions on making this oven-baked, nut-free Chex mix!
Step 1: Preheat oven to 250 degrees. In a large bowl, combine the rice Chex, corn Chex, cheerios, and pretzels. In a small bowl, melt the butter and stir in the Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and seasoning salt.
Step 2: Pour the butter mixture into the large bowl. Stir until the Chex mix is well coated. Spread out evenly on the baking sheet.
Step 3: Bake for 40-60 minutes. Stirring the mixture every 20 minutes.
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.
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
Cool completely and store in an airtight container on the countertop for about 3 weeks.
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 set it to the lowest temperature it will go. You will need to decrease the total baking time, keeping an eye on it closely so it doesn’t burn.
More snack recipes
If you love this recipe, you will also enjoy this Trail Mix Without Nuts: Fun Kid Snack.
We also love serving these Turkey and Cheese Roll Ups or these delicious Pigs in a Blanket with Dipping Sauces as an easy snack!
Homemade Chex Mix (Oven Roasted and Nut Free)
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups rice Chex cereal
- 2 ½ cups corn Chex cereal
- 2 cups mini twist pretzels
- 2 cups cheerios
- 12 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 and a half sticks
- 4 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons seasoning salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 250 degrees.
- In a medium sized bowl, melt butter completely. Add in Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and seasoning salt. Stir until well combined
- In a large bowl, combine rice Chex, corn Chex, cheerios, and pretzels.
- Pour on butter mixture and toss until the Chex mix is well coated.
- Spread the mixture out on a baking pan. There is no need to grease the pan or use parchment paper as the butter will keep it from sticking.
- Bake for 40-60 minutes. Stirring the mixture every 20 minutes. You will know it is done baking when the Chex mix is crispy and no longer wet from the butter.
- Scoop into a serving dish and enjoy!
Video
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 total baking time and watch it closely to ensure it doesn’t burn.
- Make sure the mixture cools completely before storing in an airtight container.
- Other tasty add-ins: goldfish, Cheez-its, oyster crackers, or bagel chips.
I am allergic to nuts. This has a great flavor and is a great snack!
I love the flavor of this Chex mix and how easy it is to make!