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Pumpkin Spice Halloween Chex Mix

Capture the essence of autumn and Halloween with this ridiculously easy, fast, and flavor-packed Pumpkin Spice Chex Mix. It's loaded with comforting pumpkin spice, sweet and salty crunch, perfect for parties or a cozy fall snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert, Party Food, Snack
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter melted (2 sticks)
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 3 tbsp pumpkin spice
  • 2 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 1 box cinnamon Chex cereal (12 oz)
  • 1 box Honey Nut Chex cereal (12 oz)
  • 4 cups pretzels
  • 1 bag autumn/harvest candy mix or plain candy corn (21 oz)

Equipment

  • Large baking sheet(s)
  • Parchment Paper
  • Large Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 250°F (120°C). Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Step 2: In your biggest mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter, brown sugar, pumpkin spice, and vanilla extract until everything is beautifully combined and smooth.
  3. Step 3: Pour the cinnamon Chex, Honey Nut Chex, and pretzels into the bowl with your spiced butter mixture. Gently, but thoroughly, stir everything together until every piece is coated.
  4. Step 4: Divide the mixture evenly between your two prepared baking sheets, spreading it out into a single layer. Bake for 1 hour, stirring the mixture gently at the 30-minute mark to ensure even baking and to prevent sticking.
  5. Step 5: As soon as the Chex mix comes out of the oven, while it's still wonderfully warm, sprinkle the autumn candy mix or candy corn all over the top. Give it a gentle stir so the candy gets just a little melty and sticks to the mix.
  6. Step 6: Let the mix cool completely on the baking sheets before breaking apart any larger clumps. This cooling process is key to getting that perfect crisp texture.

Notes

Store cooled Chex mix in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. For best results, ensure the mix is spread thinly on baking sheets for even crispiness. Stir gently during baking to avoid breaking the cereal. Add candies while the mix is still warm to help them adhere, and always allow the mix to cool completely for maximum crunch.