Chex Mix is the ultimate party snack — salty, crunchy, and packed with personality in every bite. Making your own from scratch not only saves money, but it also lets you customize every ingredient and control the flavor. Say goodbye to bland, bagged mixes and hello to buttery cereal, toasty pretzels, and a perfectly seasoned finish. This homemade Chex Mix is oven-baked for maximum crunch and guaranteed to disappear fast at your next get-together.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Better flavor than the bagged kind
- Easy to make with pantry staples
- Customizable with your favorite add-ins
- Lasts for weeks if stored properly
Ingredients
- 4 cups Corn Chex
- 4 cups Wheat Chex
- 3 cups mini unsalted pretzels
- 2 cups plain or rye bagel chips
- 2 cups Goldfish (or oyster crackers)
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 3 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tsp kosher salt
- 1½ tsp garlic powder
- 1½ tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp sweet paprika
- 1 tsp MSG (optional, for extra umami)
Instructions
- Preheat and prep
Preheat your oven to 250°F. Line two large baking sheets with parchment (optional). - Combine the dry ingredients
In a very large bowl, mix together Corn Chex, Wheat Chex, pretzels, bagel chips, and Goldfish. - Mix the seasoned butter
In a small bowl, whisk melted butter with Worcestershire sauce, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, pepper, and MSG (if using). - Coat the mix
Drizzle one-third of the butter mixture over the dry mix. Toss well. Repeat two more times, tossing between each pour to ensure even coating. - Bake
Spread mixture evenly on the two baking sheets. Bake for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes for even browning. - Cool and store
Let Chex Mix cool completely. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Recipe Details
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Servings: About 12 cups (10–12 snack servings)
Nutrition Facts (Estimated per 1 cup serving)
- Calories: 210
- Fat: 10g
- Carbs: 26g
- Sugar: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Sodium: 390mg
Tips & Variations
- Make it spicy: Add a pinch of cayenne or hot sauce to the butter mixture.
- Swap the mix-ins: Try Cheerios, Cheez-Its, or even nuts for a twist.
- Go gluten-free: Use gluten-free cereals and pretzels.
- Storage tip: Store in a sealed container for up to 2 weeks — it just gets better with time.
Homemade Chex Mix
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- – 2 baking sheets
- – Small bowl
- – Spoon or spatula
Ingredients
- – 4 cups Corn Chex
- – 4 cups Wheat Chex
- – 3 cups mini unsalted pretzels
- – 2 cups plain or rye bagel chips
- – 2 cups Goldfish or oyster crackers
- – ½ cup 1 stick unsalted butter, melted
- – 3 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- – 2 tsp kosher salt
- – 1½ tsp garlic powder
- – 1½ tsp onion powder
- – 1 tsp black pepper
- – 1 tsp paprika
- – 1 tsp MSG optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 250°F. Line two baking sheets.
- In a large bowl, mix Chex, pretzels, bagel chips, and Goldfish.
- In a separate bowl, combine melted butter with seasonings and Worcestershire.
- Slowly pour butter mix over dry ingredients, tossing well.
- Spread on baking sheets. Bake for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes.
- Cool completely before serving or storing.
Notes
– Store in airtight container up to 2 weeks.
– Add heat with cayenne or chili powder.
– Omit MSG if preferred — still delicious.
FAQs
Can I make Chex Mix without MSG?
Yes — just skip it. Worcestershire adds enough flavor on its own.
Do I need to use two types of Chex?
No, but using Corn and Wheat together adds variety in flavor and texture.
Can I microwave Chex Mix instead of baking?
You can, but oven baking gives a more even, toasted flavor and crunch.
Conclusion
This Chex Mix is bold, buttery, and built for sharing. With just a few simple ingredients, you’ll have a homemade snack that beats anything from a bag. It’s crunchy, flavorful, and endlessly customizable — perfect for game days, movie nights, or just keeping a stash on hand for snack emergencies.