Pumpkin Spice Chex Mix
A delicious and crunchy snack mix that combines the warm flavors of pumpkin and spices, perfect for fall gatherings or cozy nights at home.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 cups Rice Chex cereal
- 4 cups Corn Chex cereal
- 2 cups pretzels
- 1 cup pecans or your favorite nuts
Sweet Coating
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons pumpkin puree
- 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Optional Ingredients
- 1 cup white chocolate chips optional
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil or vegetable oil optional
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the Rice Chex, Corn Chex, pretzels, and nuts. Set aside.
Cooking
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the brown sugar, granulated sugar, pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir until the sugars are dissolved, about 3-4 minutes.
- Pour the pumpkin spice mixture over the Chex mix, stirring gently to coat.
- Spread the mixture evenly on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes.
Drizzling (Optional)
- Melt the white chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals until smooth.
- Drizzle over the baked Chex mix once cooled slightly.
Finishing
- Allow to cool completely, break into pieces, and transfer to a serving bowl or airtight container for storage.
Notes
Make sure to stir the mix every 15 minutes while baking to ensure even baking and avoid burning. You can experiment with different nuts or add candy corn for extra sweetness. If pumpkin pie spice isn't available, it can be made from cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.