Crockpot Chex Mix Recipe - The Cookie Rookie® (2024)

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By: Becky HardinPosted: 10/25/21Updated: 10/13/23

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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.

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Can I make a gluten free version of Crockpot Chex mix?

Yes! If you have a gluten intolerance, just be sure to use gluten-free cereals, pretzels and crackers and you are good to go!

How do you keep Chex Mix from getting soggy?

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.

What is Chex mix seasoning made of?

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!

Recipe

Crock Pot Chex Mix Recipe

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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

Calories: 451kcal (23%) Carbohydrates: 62g (21%) Protein: 12g (24%) Fat: 20g (31%) Saturated Fat: 6g (38%) Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g Monounsaturated Fat: 5g Trans Fat: 1g Cholesterol: 26mg (9%) Sodium: 1191mg (52%) Potassium: 324mg (9%) Fiber: 8g (33%) Sugar: 5g (6%) Vitamin A: 631IU (13%) Vitamin C: 6mg (7%) Calcium: 145mg (15%) Iron: 14mg (78%)

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Meet Becky Hardin

Becky Hardin is a wife and mother living in Saint Louis Missouri. She founded The Cookie Rookie in 2012 as a creative way to share recipes. Now, she is a trusted resource for easy cooking around the world, being featured in Taste of Home, The Kitchn, ABC’s Home and Family, and more. Here at The Cookie Rookie she is the editor in chief of all recipes and continues to enjoy sharing her passion for cooking for busy families. She has since founded two additional food blogs, Easy Chicken Recipes and Easy Dessert Recipes.