Description
Sweet & Salty Chex Mix is a deliciously addictive snack that perfectly balances crunchy cereals, salty pretzels, and sweet Reese’s Pieces. Coated in a buttery glaze of brown sugar, honey, and kosher salt, this mix is ideal for game days, lunch boxes, or casual snacking. Easy to prepare and bake, it offers a delightful combination of textures and flavors with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Cereals & Mix-ins
- 3 c. Corn Chex cereal
- 2 c. Rice Chex cereal
- 2 c. mini pretzels
- 2 c. Cheez-It crackers
- 1 c. Wheat Chex cereal
- 1 c. Reese’s Pieces
Glaze
- 1/2 c. unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 c. brown sugar
- 2 tbsp. honey
- 1 tsp. kosher salt
Instructions
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or foil and set it aside to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, add Corn Chex, Rice Chex, mini pretzels, Cheez-It crackers, and Wheat Chex. Stir gently to mix the dry ingredients evenly.
- Make Glaze: In a separate small bowl, whisk together melted unsalted butter, brown sugar, honey, and kosher salt until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Coat the Mix: Pour the butter and sugar glaze over the cereal and snack mixture. Stir gently but thoroughly to ensure all pieces are evenly coated with the glaze.
- Bake: Spread the coated mixture in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake in a preheated oven at 300°F (149°C) for 30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes to promote even baking and prevent burning.
- Cool Down: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the mixture to cool completely for about 30 minutes. Stir occasionally and break up any clumps with your hands as it cools.
- Add Reese’s Pieces: Once the snack mix is fully cooled, stir in the Reese’s Pieces to finish the recipe.
- Store: Transfer the Sweet & Salty Chex Mix to an airtight container and store at room temperature for up to one week to maintain freshness and crunch.
Notes
- A perfect mix of salty, sweet, and crunch, this Sweet & Salty Chex Mix recipe delivers one very tasty snacking treat.
- Glazed with a mix of brown sugar, honey, and kosher salt, it’s perfect for game day munching, lunch box packing, and everyday snacking.
- Don’t skip lining the baking sheet with parchment paper or foil to avoid sticky messes and simplify cleanup.
- You can substitute M&Ms for Reese’s Pieces if desired for a similar sweet addition.
- Stirring every 10 minutes during baking ensures even coating and prevents burning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (about 30g)
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 190 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 21 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
