Looking for a new snack to make this holiday season? This Slow Cooker Chex Snack Mix Recipe is the perfect recipe for any occasion. It’s easy to prepare and you can have a batch cooking in the slow cooker with just a few minutes of prep! With only 9 ingredients for this crockpot chex mix, you’ll have plenty of time to enjoy your family and friends during the holidays or any party you are having!
Slow Cooker Chex Snack Mix Recipe
The Crock Pot Chex Snack Mix is a great recipe to have for parties or when you’re hosting friends and family. It’s perfect for those times when you want your snack to be both crunchy and full of flavor. The particular slow cooker chex mix recipe that I’ve made here is a mix of classic Chex cereal, cashews, and pretzels with just the right amount of butter and seasonings.
This Slow cooker Chex Snack Mix is the BEST EVER! It is sure to be a hit at any party you go to or if you are just looking for a yummy snack. I love to be able to make my own snacks because I know what is being put in it. I can add more garlic or less salt depending on my taste and you can do the same when you make this crockpot chex mix recipe.
This chex mix is irresistible once you try it. I have to make myself stop eating it because it is so good. Once you make this easy party snack recipe your friends and family are going to want you to make it and bring it to every party you have!
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Variations of Crockpot Chex Mix Snack recipe
Add crackers. You can add in crackers if you want to, I like adding cheese crackers like cheez-its and oyster crackers. Bagel chips, while not a cracker are also a great addin.
Add more nuts. I use cashews but you can also use another nut, we like to use peanuts, almonds, macadamia nuts, walnuts, and pecans. You can also use mixed nuts so there is a variety of nuts in your homemade Chex mix.
Add cereal. While this one has lots of cereal with 3 different chex mix in it, you can also add other cereal, we like to add Cheerios at times.
Add spice. Add a splash of hot sauce if you want to add a little bit of spice.
Pretzels. I like using mini pretzels but you can also use pretzel sticks or circle pretzels. If you want to give it a kick add in some buffalo pretzel sticks.
Add other seasonings. I use garlic powder and seasoning salt most of the time that I make this. But you can also add onion powder, black pepper, and paprika to change things up.
How do you keep chex mix from getting soggy?
One of the biggest things with making this Crock Pot Chex Snack Mix is to make sure you have the lid cracked. If you leave the lid on all the way the moisture will stay in it and will lead to a soft mix. If you have a lid that doesn’t want to stay open you can place a wooden spoon sticking out to keep it open.
Why Make Chex Mix In The Slow Cooker?
I love making my own snacks but I don’t have time to stand over the oven. By making this crockpot chex mix in the slow cooker, I can easily throw everything in the cooker and be done with it. I come back and stir it from time to time, about every 30 minutes, but I do not have to stand over the oven to watch it.
It also frees up the oven for other things. During the holidays, if I am busy baking or cooking, I don’t want to take up the oven space making this treat. Making it in the slow cooker lets me have the oven for other things.
Can I Make Slow Cooker Chex Snack Mix in An Instant Pot?
If you wanted to make this in the Instant Pot you can easily adapt the recipe. You will mix everything together like you would in the slow cooker, but then add it to the Instant Pot instead. Set the timer for 30 minutes. Once the cook time is done, do a natural release for 10 minutes and then you can do a manual release.
Can I make Slow Cooker party mix in the oven?
Yes! You can mix everything together in a large bowl, then bake in the oven at 250°F for 45 minutes to 1 hour.
How Long Does Chex Mix Last
If you are making this recipe, chances are the it will disappear in a few days. It never lasts in our house. However, if the mix is stored in an airtight container and kept at room temperature, it will last for up to 4 weeks.
How to store Chex Mix
Once the slow-cooker chex party mix is completely cooled down to room temperature, you’ll want to place it in an airtight container or resealable plastic bag. This helps maintain its freshness and crispiness. It is important to make sure it is fully cooled to avoid any condensation forming in the bag or container that you are storing it in. Keep it at room temperature in a cool, dry place, like your pantry or cupboard.
Why did my chex mix burn?
To prevent burning, you want to make sure you stir the mix about once an hour. This keeps the flavors combines and prevent having the snack burn on the bottom of the slow cooker.
Is this is a low point snack?
If you are following Weight Watchers, this treat comes in at 4 points on Weight Watchers per 1/2 cup serving on all plans.
Chex Snack Mix is always a hit at parties or just to have on hand for the kids to snack. If you portion into snack baggies in advance, this can last for a few weeks! I love it as a go-to snack in my bag when out and about. Add a piece of fruit alongside it, then you’ll have a big snack that satisfies your cravings!
If you’re looking for a new snack that will come together quickly this holiday season, give this crock pot chex mix recipe a try! This delicious recipe includes everything from classic cereal like Chex to pretzels with just enough buttery goodness tossed in.
Slow Cooker Chex Snack Mix Ingredients
- butter, melted and hot
- Worcestershire sauce
- seasoned salt
- garlic powder
- rice Chex
- corn Chex
- wheat Chex
- pretzels
- cashews
How to Make Slow Cooker Chex Snack Mix
In a small bowl or a measuring cup add the butter and heat in 30 second increments in the microwave to melt it.
Once the butter is melted, add the Worcestershire sauce, salt, and garlic into the melted butter and stir well. I find it best to use a whisk.
Add the cereal, pretzels, and cashews to the slow cooker.
Slowly pour the butter mixture over the cereal mixture and then stir, be sure you mix well to coat everything in the butter and seasoning mixture.
Place the slow cooker cover on making sure you leave the lid cracked a little bit and cook on low for 3 hours, stirring every hour so that the mixture does not burn.
After cooking, line a baking sheet with parchment paper, wax paper, or silicone mat. Pour the cooked chex party mix onto the baking sheet and spread the mixture out onto a sheet pan until it cools to room temperature.
Once cooled, serve, or store.
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Slow Cooker Chex Snack Mix
Ingredients
- 6 Tablespoons butter melted and hot
- 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
- 1 Tablespoon seasoned salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 3 cups rice Chex
- 3 cups corn Chex
- 3 cups wheat Chex
- 2 cups pretzels
- 1 cup cashews
Instructions
- In a small bowl or a measuring cup add the butter and heat in 30 second increments in the microwave to melt it.
- Once the butter is melted, add the Worcestershire sauce, salt, and garlic into the melted butter and stir well. I find it best to use a whisk.
- Add the cereal, pretzels, and cashews to the slow cooker.
- Slowly pour the butter mixture over the cereal mixture and then stir, be sure you mix well to coat everything in the butter and seasoning mixture.
- Place the slow cooker cover on making sure you leave the lid cracked a little bit and cook on low for 3 hours, stirring every hour so that the mixture does not burn.
- After cooking, line a baking sheet with parchment paper, wax paper, or silicone mat. Pour the cooked chex party mix onto the baking sheet and spread the mixture out onto a sheet pan until it cools to room temperature.
- Serve, or store.
Comments & Reviews
Denise says
Love this recipe!! I make it a LOT! My husband has a garlic and onion allergy, so with this recipe we have a great game day snack that everyone enjoys!