Crockpot Chex Mix is the perfect holiday snack! Easy to make in the slow cooker, this crunchy snack mix is a must-make. Chex cereal, pretzels, nuts, and cheese crackers are all tossed together with seasoned butter to make each bite delightfully flavorful.
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What’s in Slow Cooker Chex Mix
There’s nothing complicated about this homemade chex mix! It’s made with just a few everyday ingredients, and using the Crock Pot makes it so easy.
- Chex Cereal: It can be any combination of corn, rice, or wheat.
- Tiny Pretzels: I recommend using plain salted mini pretzels with no additional flavors, since we’ll be creating our own flavored butter.
- Cheese Snack Crackers: Any brand will work!
- Nuts: I like to use mixed nuts for varying textures. Feel free to use mixed nuts like me or whatever your favorite is.
- Butter: You can use salted or unsalted butter in this recipe. If using salted, decrease the amount of added salt a little.
- Worcestershire Sauce: This is what gives the snack mix its signature savory flavor.
- Seasoning Salt: You can swap this with plain salt. If you do use plain salt instead, I recommend sprinkling in some paprika and black pepper to add a little extra flavor.
- Garlic Powder: You can always add a little more for some extra garlicky flavor.
- Onion Powder: This ingredient is also found in seasoning salt. I love to enhance it because it really does wonders for the overall flavor of the butter!
Pro Tip: Toss the mix well in the seasoned butter, so that each piece is well coated for maximum flavor.
Is there any way to make this Chex mix spicy?
If you prefer your snacks on a spicy side, you can add a little cayenne pepper or red chili flakes to the butter and other seasonings.
Yes! If you have a gluten intolerance, just be sure to use gluten-free cereals, pretzels and crackers and you are good to go!
Once cooked, it’s important to let the mix cool completely before storing. Spread the mix out onto parchment lined baking sheets in a single layer to allow the air to circulate. This will cool and harden the seasonings and keep the cereals nice and crisp.
Crockpot Chex mix is flavored with Worcestershire sauce, seasoned salt, garlic powder and onion powder all mixed together in melted butter.
How to Store
Once you have cooked and cooled the Chex mix, transfer it to an airtight container. Keep it at room temperature, out of direct sunlight, and it will keep well for up to 3 weeks. Though I doubt it will last that long!
Serving Suggestions
I love having homemade snacks on hand during the holidays. Something to serve up with a few drinks with friends, and something to keep little mouths happy during the long days! It’s a perfect addition to game day too!
Crock Pot Chex Mix Recipe
Ingredients
- 9 cups Chex cereal any combination of corn, rice, and wheat
- 2 cups tiny pretzels
- 1 ½ cups cheese snack crackers
- 1 ½ cups mixed nuts
- ½ cup butter melted
- ¼ cup Worcestershire sauce
- 3 teaspoons seasoning salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Add Chex, pretzels, crackers, and nuts to the crock of a slow cooker, stirring well.9 cups Chex cereal, 2 cups tiny pretzels, 1 ½ cups cheese snack crackers, 1 ½ cups mixed nuts
- In a small bowl, whisk together butter, Worcestershire sauce, seasoning salt, garlic powder, and onion powder until well combined and dissolved.½ cup butter, ¼ cup Worcestershire sauce, 3 teaspoons seasoning salt, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon onion powder
- Drizzle the butter sauce evenly over the top of the mixture. Toss well to combine.
- Cover and slow cook on low for 3 hours, stirring every 45 minutes so that the mixture does not burn.
- Spread the mixture out onto two parchment-lined baking sheets to cool to room temperature.
- Store leftover mix in a sealed container for up to 3 weeks.
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Becky’s Tips
- You can use salted or unsalted butter in this recipe. If using salted, decrease the amount of added salt a little.
- Toss the mix well in the seasoned butter, so that each piece is well coated for maximum flavor.
- Allow the Chex mix to cool completely before storing or serving.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Did you make this? Leave a comment!
I made 2 batches just like recipe said. Both were soggy and unusable.
I made this twice, the first time I used a bag and it burned a tiny bit. I then used it with out and it was wonderful. I had no trouble. I am making it for Christmas for people who love to snack.
Sadly a fail for us. 2 hours all was fine, but the last hour we had burn 🔥 & we were stirring well as directed.
Hi Elaine, we’re sorry to hear that! It sounds like your slow cooker may run a bit hotter than the one we tested with. We always recommend checking early and often when trying a new recipe for the first time!
Hi Mackinsey, if you find the chex a bit soggy, try popping it in the oven for a few minutes to crisp up!
Another great idea is to drape a clean kitchen towel over the opening of the crock pot before putting the lid on. The towel will keep the moisture from getting to the mix. I’ve tried it and it works like a charm!
What is a serving for this recipe? One cup? Thank you!
Yes, just about!
Crock pot is too small. We use the big turkey pan and do double or triple batches. Don’t last long at all. Stale? Never!!
Thanks for sharing, Kurt!