Making Fall Chex Mix has become one of my favorite fall traditions each year. This Fall Harvest Chex Mix recipe is simple and easy to make. There are many ways to customize this recipe and a variety of creative options when it comes to gifting this treat to others. Keep reading to find out how to make this fabulous recipe! Bonus – baking this treat will fill your home with a wonderful Fall aroma your senses will thank you for.

This Fall on-the-go snack is sweet and hard to put down. Some people love the candy corn pieces in their Chex Mix while others simply put them to the side for someone else to enjoy. There’s no right or wrong way to make this mix. Everyone has a different opinion when it comes to their favorite items included in this recipe. Personally, I enjoy the sauce that coats every piece along with the pretzels. I could eat it all day, but I have to refrain!

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Why You’ll Love This Fall Chex Mix

There are so many unique flavors that complement each other. So unique that the end result creates a burst of flavor that your taste buds will thank you for later.

Ingredients

• 1 cup butter melted
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 2 1/2 tablespoons Vanilla Extract
• 1 box Rice Chex (12 oz)
• 1 bag Bugles (7 oz)
• 5 cups Pretzels
• Reese’s Pieces (8 oz)
• 1 cup candy corn

Ingredient Notes

• Candy subsititions or additions – add Fall colored M&M chocolate candies or mellowcreme pumpkins.

Instructions

1. First, preheat oven to 275 degrees.
2. Then, melt the butter in microwave for 15 second increments until it’s melted.
3. Add the brown sugar, vanilla extract and whisk together.
4. In a large bowl, add the Chex, pretzels and Bugles.

5. Up next, pour the brown sugar sauce over the mixture and mix until it’s evenly coated.

6. Place mixture on two baking sheets (that are lined with parchment paper). Spread the mix in one even layer on each cookie sheet.

7. Bake for 45 minutes. Stir three times during the duration to allow all pieces to be baked evenly.

8. Finally, remove from heat. Allow the Fall Chex Mix to cool completely. Then, serve!

Recipe FAQs

How to store Fall Harvest Chex Mix

Store in an airtight container. Another option is storing the mix in mason jars. I love giving these as gifts to friends. (Shown like below but with lids on). Don’t like the idea of glass? Place the treats in Ziploc sandwich bags or Tupperware containers to hand out to others.

How long can you store Chex mix recipes?

You can store this snack in a closed container for up to 3-4 days or freeze it for 30 days.

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