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Pumpkin Spice Chex Mix

Cozy Up with Pumpkin Spice Chex Mix: Your New Fall Favorite

Pumpkin Spice Chex Mix combines crunchy cereals and sweet pumpkin glaze, making it a must-try fall favorite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 cups
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cereal Base
  • 3 cups Rice Chex cereal Creates a light and crispy base.
  • 3 cups Wheat Chex cereal Adds a hearty, nutty crunch.
For the Crunchy Elements
  • 2 cups Pretzel sticks Introduce a salty, crunchy element.
  • 1 cup Pecans Provides rich, buttery richness.
For the Sweet Coating
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter Acts as a binding agent.
  • 1 cup Brown sugar Sweetens the mix.
  • 1/2 cup Pumpkin puree Infuses authentic fall flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Pumpkin pie spice Blends warm spices for autumn taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Enhances sweetness and aroma.
For the Chewy Additions
  • 1 cup Dried cranberries Offer chewy, tart bursts of flavor.

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • saucepan
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • spatula
  • measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Pumpkin Spice Chex Mix
  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
  2. Combine the Rice Chex cereal, Wheat Chex cereal, pretzel sticks, pecans, and dried cranberries in a large mixing bowl.
  3. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Stir in the brown sugar, pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Pour the glaze over the cereal mixture, gently folding it to ensure even coating.
  5. Spread the coated mix onto a lined baking sheet in an even layer.
  6. Bake in the oven for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Allow the Pumpkin Spice Chex Mix to cool completely on the baking sheet.
  8. Transfer the cooled mix to an airtight container for storage.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

This Pumpkin Spice Chex Mix is deliciously crunchy and perfect for sharing during fall gatherings. Substitute Rice Chex for Corn Chex for a different flavor.

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