Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon
Bowl of Chex mix with pumpkin spice flavoring and fall decor

Easy Pumpkin Spice Chex Mix Recipe


5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

  • Author: Myla
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Pumpkin Spice Chex Mix is a sweet and crunchy fall snack mix with warm pumpkin spice, pretzels, and festive candy. Perfect for parties, holidays, and gifting.


Ingredients

Scale

4 cups Rice Chex cereal

4 cups Corn Chex cereal

2 cups mini pretzels

1 cup pecan halves (optional)

1/2 cup brown sugar

1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

2 tablespoons maple syrup

1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 cup candy corn or fall-colored M&Ms (optional)


Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. In a large mixing bowl, combine Chex cereals, pretzels, and pecans.

3. In another bowl, whisk together melted butter, brown sugar, maple syrup, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla, and salt.

4. Pour the spiced mixture over cereal mix and toss until evenly coated.

5. Spread mixture evenly on baking sheet.

6. Bake 20–25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until crisp and lightly golden.

7. Cool completely, then stir in candy corn or M&Ms.

8. Store in an airtight container.

Notes

Make nut-free by skipping pecans and adding more pretzels.

Add dried cranberries or drizzle melted white chocolate for extra sweetness.

Perfect for gifting during fall holidays.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/2 cup
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 11g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 2.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 5mg