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Pumpkin Spice Chex Mix

Delicious Pumpkin Spice Chex Mix for Cozy Fall Snacking

Create a delightful Pumpkin Spice Chex Mix that brings the flavors of fall to your cozy gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Desserts
Cuisine American
Servings 10 cups
Calories 200 kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • large mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Saucepan

Ingredients
  

For the Base

  • 4 cups Rice Chex cereal
  • 4 cups Wheat Chex cereal
  • 2 cups pretzel sticks
  • 1 cup pecans
  • ½ cup dried cranberries

For the Coating

  • ¼ cup unsalted butter
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Pumpkin Spice Chex Mix

  • Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the Rice Chex, Wheat Chex, pretzel sticks, pecans, and dried cranberries.
  • Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat, then stir in brown sugar, pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla extract.
  • Pour the pumpkin spice mixture over the Chex mixture and stir to coat evenly.
  • Spread the mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  • Bake for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes.
  • Let it cool on the baking sheet for about 10 minutes.
  • Transfer to an airtight container for storage.

Notes

For variations, consider adding mini chocolate chips or adjusting nut types to suit your taste.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 2gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Autumn treats, cozy recipes, Crowd Pleasers, Easy Snacks, Fall Snacks, Pumpkin Spice Chex Mix
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