This Sweet Chex Mix Recipe is simple to make using a sticky butter-sugar syrup combined with a mix of cereals, shredded coconut, and sliced almonds. The result is a gooey, chewy, no‑bake snack that’s perfect for movie nights, parties, or holiday gifts.
Prefer a savory version? Try a homemade Chex mix recipe for a different flavor profile.
Gooey Chex Mix
The first time we tasted this gooey Chex mix it came as a holiday neighbor gift. One bite and we were hooked. It has the same sticky, sweet-salty contrast found in marshmallow popcorn—soft, chewy, and wildly addictive.
We were lucky to get the recipe and are excited to share it. This Sweet Chex Mix yields a large batch, making it ideal for sharing or gifting during holiday parties and gatherings.
Sweet Chex Mix Recipe
To make this chewy Chex mix, gather the following ingredients:
- Rice Chex Cereal
- Corn Chex Cereal
- Golden Grahams Cereal
- Sweetened Coconut Flakes – optional but recommended for texture and flavor.
- Sliced Almonds – optional; substitute any nuts, salted mixed nuts, or pretzels if you like a salty contrast.
- Granulated Sugar
- Light Corn Syrup – common brands include Karo.
- Salted Butter – or use unsalted butter plus 1/4–1/2 tsp salt to taste.
- Vanilla Extract
The combination of crunchy cereal, chewy coconut, and nutty almonds gives this mix an irresistible variety of textures and flavors.
How to Make Classic Chewy Chex Mix
This recipe is straightforward. Start with the dry ingredients:
- Combine the cereals, coconut, and almonds in a VERY large bowl and toss to mix. Set aside.
Tip: If you don’t have a very large bowl, use one or two half-sheet pans lined with wax paper or a silicone baking mat to mix and cool the Chex mix.
Make the Syrup (Candy Coating)
- In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, corn syrup, and butter. Heat over medium-high until it comes to a boil, stirring occasionally.
- Once boiling, continue to boil for 2 more minutes, stirring periodically to prevent burning.
- Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Coat the Chex Mix
- While the syrup is still warm and pourable, pour it over the cereal mixture and stir thoroughly to coat everything evenly.
This mix is very tempting while warm, but be careful—the syrup is hot. Once coated, let the mixture cool until it’s safe to handle.
Extra Tips
To cool and separate the pieces faster, spread the coated mix on a half-sheet tray lined with wax paper, a silicone mat, or lightly greased with cooking spray. Breaking up the mix occasionally as it cools prevents it from forming one large clump.
Serving and Storing
Serve the Sweet Chex Mix in a large bowl with a scoop or tongs. Because the mix is sticky, portioning into small cups or individual bags makes serving easier.
Store the mix in an airtight container or zipper bag at room temperature for up to 5–7 days. Expect some clumping as it sits; for individual portions, pack into smaller bags before storing.
You’ll love this ooey-gooey, sticky, chewy Sweet Chex Mix. It’s a great sharable snack for New Year’s Eve, movie nights, game nights, baby showers, or any gathering where people love a sweet treat.
More Sweet Snacks
- Soft Caramel Popcorn
- Peanut Butter Muddy Buddies
- Cookies and Cream Popcorn
- Coconut Cashews
- Muddy Buddy Popcorn
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Sweet Chex Mix Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 cups Rice Chex Cereal
- 4 cups Corn Chex Cereal
- 4 cups Golden Grahams Cereal
- 2 cups sweetened coconut flakes
- 1 cup sliced almonds
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- ¾ cup salted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
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Place the cereals, coconut, and almonds in a very large bowl and toss to combine.
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In a large saucepan combine sugar, corn syrup, and butter. Heat over medium-high until boiling, then boil 2 minutes more, stirring occasionally.
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Remove from heat and stir in vanilla. Pour the warm syrup over the cereal mixture and stir to coat evenly.
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Spread on a lined sheet pan to cool. Break apart as needed and allow to cool completely before serving or storing.
Notes
- Salted butter balances the sweetness. If using unsalted butter, add 1/4–1/2 tsp salt to the syrup to taste.
- Coconut and almonds are optional; salted mixed nuts or pretzels make a nice salty contrast, or omit add-ins for a simpler cereal mix.
- Spread the coated mixture on a lined half-sheet tray to cool more quickly and to keep pieces from clumping into one large mass.
- Break up the mix occasionally while cooling to keep pieces separate.
- Store in an airtight container or zipper bag at room temperature for 5–7 days. The mix may clump; for individual portions, pack into smaller bags before storing.
Nutrition
Disclaimer: Nutritional values were calculated using a third-party tool and are provided as an estimation only.
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