Description
A warm, crunchy, aromatic fall snack made in the slow cooker—this Pumpkin Spice Chex Mix blends sweet, salty, and spiced flavors into the ultimate cozy treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups honey nut Chex cereal
- 1 1/2 cups pecan halves
- 1 1/2 cups walnut halves
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice blend
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- Optional Add-ins: pretzel bites, dried cranberries, mini chocolate chips, or white chocolate drizzle
Instructions
- Combine cereal, pecans, and walnuts in slow cooker. Pour in melted butter, brown sugar, pumpkin pie spice, salt, and cayenne. Toss gently to coat evenly.
- Cook on low for 3 hours, stirring every 45 minutes to prevent sticking and ensure even toasting.
- Spread mixture on wax paper or baking sheet to cool completely and crisp.
- Store in airtight container for up to two weeks. Enjoy!
Notes
Stir during cooking to prevent soggy clumps. Cool completely before storing. For added freshness in humid climates, use a food-safe silica gel packet.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Snack
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: chex mix, pumpkin spice, fall snack, slow cooker, party mix, cozy snack