Reese’s Chex Mix – a quick, crowd-pleasing snack perfect for parties. Peanut butter Chex and pretzels are coated in a buttery brown sugar and cinnamon mixture, baked until crisp, then mixed with Reese’s Pieces, mini Reese’s Cups, and chocolate chips for extra peanut butter and chocolate flavor.
Reese’s Chex Mix
This Reese’s Chex Mix balances sweet and salty in a simple, make-ahead snack. Peanut butter Chex cereal and pretzel twists are tossed with melted butter, brown sugar, and vanilla, then baked until the coating is set. After cooling, mini Reese’s Cups, Reese’s Pieces, and chocolate chips are folded in for a crunchy, chocolate-peanut butter treat that’s ideal for parties, potlucks, or snacking at home.
Common Questions About Making Reese’s Chex Mix
What is Reese’s Chex Mix?
Reese’s Chex Mix is a sweet-and-salty snack made by coating peanut butter Chex and pretzels in a butter, brown sugar, and vanilla mixture, baking until crisp, and then adding candy pieces once cooled.
How many servings does this recipe make?
About 10 servings.
How long does this Chex mix last?
Stored in an airtight container at room temperature, the mix keeps well for up to five days.
How can I customize the recipe?
It’s easy to tailor the mix to your tastes. Swap or add mix-ins such as:
- Popcorn
- Pita chips
- Peanuts
- Cheerios
- Oyster crackers
- Peanut butter chips
Ingredient Notes
- Butter helps the brown sugar mixture adhere to the Chex and contributes to light browning during baking.
- Light brown sugar adds a gentle caramel flavor that complements peanut butter.
- Vanilla rounds out and enhances the chocolate and peanut butter notes.
- If peanut butter Chex isn’t available, plain Chex works fine—flavor will be slightly different.
- Pretzels provide extra crunch and a touch of saltiness to balance the sweetness.
- Reese’s Pieces, chocolate chips, and mini Reese’s Cups boost the chocolate-peanut butter profile, but you can use any favorite candies.
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons butter (melted)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 cups peanut butter Chex cereal
- 2 cups pretzel twists
- 1 cup Reese’s Pieces
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup mini Reese’s Cups
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, brown sugar, and vanilla. If using unsalted butter, add a pinch of salt.
- Add the Chex cereal and pretzel twists to the bowl and toss until evenly coated.
- Spread the mixture in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10 minutes, stir to redistribute the coating, then bake for another 10 minutes until slightly crisp.
- Let the mix cool completely, then break into bite-sized pieces. Fold in Reese’s Pieces, chocolate chips, and mini Reese’s Cups.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days.
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