Homemade Chex Mix Recipe (Gluten Free) (2024)

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Easy homemade Chex Mix recipe made with all gluten free ingredients. This is a simple way to make a gluten free snack that all your guests can enjoy at your next party!

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If there’s ever a snack at a party that people gather around and just CANNOT leave alone, it’s Chex Snack Mix. There’s so many different kinds of treats and flavors going on, it’s literally a party in a bowl.

While most Chex cereals are gluten free, Chex mix is not thanks to the Wheat Chex and delicious add-ins (I’m looking at you bagel chips). So what’s a girl to do when she loves to cook/bake and her husband loves to eat all the gluten free food? Make my own homemade Chex Mix recipe, duh.

Yes, the 90’s girl is still there. Speaking of 90’s, I saw a meme on Facebook saying that in 2 years, the 90’s will have been 30 years ago. 30 YEARS.

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When I think 30 years ago, I still think the 70’s. Clearly, despite the bills, responsibilities, children I’m raising, taxes, the natural red highlights I had that have turned white, Common Core math I now have to learn how to do, and fine lines that have popped up on my forehead that weren’t there last month, I haven’t grown up much.

Aaannnd, cue a Chex Mix emotional eating sesh after replaying my life in once sentence – sweet Jesus is this what life is really like in your 30’s??? 🤣🤣🤣

Please tell me yours is looking similar?!

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Seriously, just pass me the entire bowl of Chex Mix.

But really seriously, I couldn’t stop eating this while photographing it. Like, literally, COULD.NOT.STOP.

Thank God it makes a bunch so I didn’t have to worry about having a half empty bowl!

Gluten Free Chex Mix Ingredients

Lets talk for a minute about the ingredients in this Chex Mix and what I did to make it gluten free. For one, I don’t use the Wheat Chex, just a combo of Rice Chex and Corn Chex.

I use gluten free pretzels – there are several brands to choose from, just don’t use a flavored one. Salted ones are fine, btw.

For bagel chips, I used to use Glutino Bagel Chips (no this isn’t sponsored) but I haven’t been able to find them anymore. I think they’ve been discontinued.

Now I make my own homemade gluten free bagel chips. They’re really easy to make and you only need a couple ingredients.

I use lightly salted mixed nuts, you could use unsalted if you really want but I like it best with the lightly salted. Regular salted nuts are a little too salty for my taste. And trust me, I like my salty snacks.

Worcestershire Sauce is not always gluten free so check your labels. I use Lea & Perrins, which is gluten free here in the US.

Lawry’s Seasoned Salt is one of the main seasonings in this gluten free Chex Mix recipe. Lawry’s (owned by McCormick) provides allergen information in their FAQs and I suggest always checking your label. If you prefer making your own seasoned salt, Kristin from Iowa Girl Eats has a Homemade Seasoned Salt recipe.

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How to Make Chex Mix

You guys, I’m going to be brutally honest here. Homemade Chex Mix is … wait for it…. incredibly easy to make. My youngest (she’s 4) helps make this frequently.

The one thing you really need to have is a very large bowl to mix this altogether. I use a 4-quart Pyrex mixing bowl and it is FULL. I highly suggest using one big bowl vs. mixing twice with half the ingredients in a smaller bowl.

You guys are going to love this Chex Mix recipe and I double dare you to stop at just one handful. Spoiler alert, you won’t be able to.Enjoy!

If you’re looking for more easy gluten free snack recipes to try at your next party, check out my Holiday Trail Mix, Chocolate Dipped Fritos, Fried Almonds with Thyme (Whole30 compliant), Crack Dip, or Texas Caviar.

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Homemade Gluten Free Chex Mix Recipe

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Easy homemade Chex Mix recipe made with all gluten free ingredients. This is a simple way to make a gluten free snack that all your guests can enjoy at your next party!

Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 1 hour hour

Total Time: 1 hour hour 10 minutes minutes

Servings: 13 cups

By: Sharon Lachendro

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Ingredients

  • 4 cups Corn Chex
  • 4 cups Rice Chex
  • 1 cup mixed nuts lightly salted
  • 2 cups gluten free pretzels
  • 2 cups gluten free bagel chips
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter see notes
  • 3 Tablespoons gluten free Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 teaspoons seasoned salt
  • 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 250 degrees.

  • Add the corn Chex, rice Chex, mixed nuts, pretzels, and bagel chips to a very large bowl. Mix to combine then set aside.

  • Melt the butter in a small sauce pan over low heat or in the microwave in a microwave-safe bowl. Add the Worcestershire sauce, seasoned salt, garlic powder, and onion powder to the melted butter and whisk to combine.

  • Pour the butter mixture over the Chex mix. Gently stir well until coat all of the Chex mix with the butter mixture.

  • Split the Chex mix between two rimmed half-sheet pans and spread evenly on the pan. Bake for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes.

  • When done, cool completely then store in an air-tight container.

Notes

  1. For dairy free, sub the butter for vegan butter or refined coconut oil. Check your packaging labels to verify that your dry ingredients are also dairy free.

Nutrition Information

Serving: 1g | Calories: 275kcal | Carbohydrates: 46g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 19mg | Sodium: 1065mg | Potassium: 39mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 680IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 64mg | Iron: 5mg

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Homemade Chex Mix Recipe (Gluten Free) (2024)

FAQs

What are the ingredients in gluten-free Chex? ›

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. INGREDIENTS: WHOLE GRAIN RICE, RICE, SUGAR, SALT, MOLASSES. VITAMIN E (MIXED TOCOPHEROLS) ADDED TO PRESERVE FRESHNESS.

Is it cheaper to make your own Chex Mix? ›

Homemade Chex Mix Is Cheaper AND More Delicious Than The Store-Bought Stuff. Chex Mix offers variety: the crisp cereal, toasty pretzels, the unique crunch of the bagel chips. This homemade recipe puts the store-bought to shame.

What can I substitute for wheat Chex? ›

Crispix cereal is a good substitute.

What is a substitute for Worcestershire sauce in Chex Mix? ›

Red wine vinegar or balsamic vinegar + tamarind paste or concentrate. An equal part of red wine vinegar or balsamic vinegar, mixed together with tamarind paste or concentrate, can be used as a replacement for Worcestershire.

Is there a gluten-free Chex? ›

Rice Chex, Corn Chex, Honey Nut Chex, Cinnamon Chex, Chocolate Chex, and Vanilla Chex are all gluten-free. The one type of Chex that is not gluten-free is Wheat Chex. So if you have a gluten sensitivity or are celiac definitely avoid Wheat Chex but otherwise you should be good to go!

Is All Chex Mix gluten-free? ›

Stay far, far away from Chex Snack Mix. While we applaud Chex for introducing gluten-free cereals, oatmeal, and other products, their classic Chex Mix is still not gluten-free, and contains gluten-heavy ingredients like wheat flour and whole wheat.

How do you keep homemade Chex Mix from getting soggy? ›

To avoid soggy Chex mix, make sure to toss the ingredients well with the butter mixture and spread out on a large pan. Keeping toasting in the oven and tossing until the Chex mix is well-coated and dry. It will further dry out as it cools.

Is homemade Chex Mix better than store bought? ›

Homemade Chex Mix Is Cheaper AND More Delicious Than The Store-Bought Stuff. Chex Mix offers variety: the crisp cereal, toasty pretzels, the unique crunch of the bagel chips. This homemade recipe puts the store-bought to shame.

Is Chex Mix healthy or unhealthy? ›

Consumption of chex mix should be moderate as it contains sodium and calorie content. Excessive intake of chex mix might have adverse effects on your health.

How long is homemade Chex Mix good for? ›

Make Ahead Instructions: Chex mix tastes freshest when served within 2-3 days of making it, but it will last stored in an air-tight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks. Freezing Instructions: Chex mix freezes great! Store in freezer-safe container or bag for up to 3 months.

What are the alternatives to gluten containing cereals? ›

Grains, starches or flours that can be part of a gluten-free diet include:
  • Amaranth.
  • Arrowroot.
  • Buckwheat.
  • Corn — cornmeal, grits and polenta labeled gluten-free.
  • Flax.
  • Gluten-free flours — rice, soy, corn, potato and bean flours.
  • Hominy (corn)
  • Millet.

What is the least favorite Chex Mix piece? ›

Other than the rye chip, nothing brought more people together than pretzels — combined, 38% marked the circle and square pretzels as the worst pieces.

What is a gluten-free substitute for Worcestershire sauce? ›

Tamari, a gluten-free soy sauce alternative, offers a robust and savory flavor profile, making it an ideal Worcestershire sauce substitute. It's perfect for those with celiac, other gluten restrictions, and vegetarians too. Tamari's rich umami taste is similar to soy sauce, but has a slightly milder profile.

Does Worcestershire sauce have gluten? ›

Ingredients. The original Worcestershire sauce included barley malt vinegar, making it unsafe for someone with celiac disease or non-celiac gluten sensitivity. However, there are many different versions of Worcestershire sauce, including gluten-free versions.

What brands of Worcestershire sauce are gluten-free? ›

You will need to stick with the three brands that are safe:
  • French's Worcestershire sauce.
  • Lea and Perrins Original (in the United States only)
  • The Wizard's Gluten-Free Vegan Worcestershire Sauce.
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Is gluten-free rice Chex low Fodmap? ›

Rice Chex, Corn Chex and various flavors of Cheerios are all low FODMAP in moderate amounts.

Is Rice Chex naturally gluten-free? ›

Did you know? Satisfying Rice Chex Cereal was the first mainstream, ready-to-eat, gluten free cereal for breakfast and beyond. A few recipe favorites include Original Chex Mix, Honey-Sriracha Chex Mix and the ever-famous Muddy Buddies.

Does Honey Nut Chex have gluten? ›

It's bound to be a good morning with Honey Nut Chex™ Cereal, sweetened with a hint of honey and flavored with a touch of almond. The cereal also stars in these mouth watering recipes: Honey-Peanut Butter Bars and Sweet and Spicy Honey Nut Chex Mix.

What are the ingredients in Corn Chex cereal? ›

INGREDIENTS: GENERAL MILLS CORN CHEX (Corn Meal, Whole Grain Corn, Sugar, Corn Starch, Salt, Baking Soda, Brown Sugar syrup, BHT, Calcium carbonate, Iron, Zinc, Vitamin C, Niacinamide, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B6, Vitamin A Palmitate, Folic Acid, Vitamin B12, Vitamin D.)

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