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Cozy Fall Chex Mix with Candy Corn and Pretzels

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A sweet and salty snack mix made with Chex cereal, pretzels, and candy corn, coated in a buttery brown sugar glaze. Perfect for fall gatherings, this easy recipe comes together in under an hour and is always a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups Rice Chex Cereal
  • 4 cups Corn Chex Cereal
  • 2 cups Mini Pretzel Twists
  • 1 ½ cups Candy Corn
  • 6 tablespoons Unsalted Butter, melted
  • 3 tablespoons Light Brown Sugar, packed
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • ½ teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt
  • ½ cup Dried Cranberries or Pumpkin Seeds (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 250°F (120°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine 4 cups Rice Chex, 4 cups Corn Chex, and 2 cups mini pretzel twists. Stir gently to distribute.
  3. In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt 6 tablespoons unsalted butter. Whisk in 3 tablespoons packed light brown sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon, and ¼ teaspoon salt until sugar is mostly dissolved.
  4. Pour the butter mixture over the cereal mixture. Fold gently with a silicone spatula or wooden spoon until evenly coated.
  5. Spread the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet in an even layer.
  6. Bake for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes, until golden and fragrant.
  7. Remove from oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes. Sprinkle 1 ½ cups candy corn over the top and stir gently.
  8. Let cool completely on the baking sheet, at least 30 minutes, until coating is set and crunchy.
  9. If using, stir in ½ cup dried cranberries or pumpkin seeds after cooling.

Notes

For best results, stir every 15 minutes during baking to ensure even coating. Let the mix cool completely before storing to maintain crunch. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks. For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free Chex and gluten-free pretzels. For a dairy-free version, substitute melted coconut oil or vegan butter.

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Keywords: fall chex mix, candy corn, pretzels, sweet and salty snack, easy snack mix, fall party snack

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