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Pumpkin Spice Chex Mix

Cozy Up with Pumpkin Spice Chex Mix: Fall's Best Snack

Enjoy the delightful Pumpkin Spice Chex Mix, a perfect fall snack made with crunchy cereals and warm flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 cups
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Base
  • 4 cups Rice Chex cereal Substitute with Corn Chex for different flavor
  • 4 cups Wheat Chex cereal Can be replaced with Granola or Rice Chex for gluten-free
  • 2 cups pretzel sticks Any crunchy snack or cracker works as an alternative
Glaze
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter Swap with coconut oil for dairy-free
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar Honey or maple syrup can be used instead
  • 1/4 cup pumpkin puree Applesauce can be used as substitute, may alter flavor
  • 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice Mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger can replace
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds layer of flavor but not mandatory
Add-ins
  • 1 cup pecans Walnuts or almonds can provide different nutty flavor
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries Consider using dried cherries or raisins instead

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • small saucepan
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Gather all your ingredients.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the base ingredients (Rice Chex, Wheat Chex, pretzel sticks, pecans, dried cranberries) and gently stir until mixed.
  3. In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Whisk in the brown sugar, pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth for about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Pour the warm glaze over the dry ingredients and fold gently to coat everything evenly.
  5. Line the baking sheet with parchment paper and spread the mixture evenly in a single layer.
  6. Bake for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes to promote even cooking.
  7. Once golden and crisp, remove from the oven and cool completely on the sheet for about 10-15 minutes.
  8. Transfer to an airtight container and store at room temperature for up to one week.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Feel free to customize the cereals and nuts, keeping the total quantity consistent for best texture.

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