Pecan Pie Chex Party Mix Recipe (2024)

This Pecan Pie Chex Party Mix is the perfect combination of sweet and salty. Crunchy Chex Party Mix and pecans coated in soft caramel and drizzled with white chocolate make this a holiday treat everyone will love!

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Pecan Pie Chex Mix is the perfect treat to serve at a party or give as a gift to neighbors and friends.

Our family loves getting together as much as possible during the holiday season, and no gathering is complete without party food!

Growing up, our mom always made a huge batch of some sort of Chex Mix or Muddy Buddies to eat while we played games or watched a holiday movie.

I can still remember how good the house would smell when my mom would make batch after batch of our Gooey Almond and Coconut Chex Mix to give to our neighbors as gifts.

It’s easy to throw together and makes a ton so that you can share!

Ingredients in Pecan Pie Chex Mix:

  • Rice Chex
  • chopped pecans
  • brown sugar
  • butter
  • light corn syrup
  • baking soda
  • vegetable oil
  • white chocolate chips

How to Make Pecan Pie Chex Mix:

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In a large mixing bowl, combine chopped pecans and Rice Chex Cereal.

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In a separate bowl, combine brown sugar, butter and corn syrup and microwave on high for 2 minute, stirring after 1 minute.

Remove the brown sugar mixture from the microwave and whisk in baking soda until smooth to create caramel coating.

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Pour caramel over the Rice Chex and chopped pecans and gently fold until cereal and pecans are evenly coated.

Be really careful not to crush the Rice Chex when you are mixing everything together.

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Spread the mixture onto a baking sheet lined with waxed paper and let cool.

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While the mixture is cooling, combine vegetable oil and white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl.

Cook on high for 2-3 minutes, stirring every minute, until smooth.

Drizzle the melted white chocolate over the Chex mix and refrigerate or leave out on the counter until set.

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After your Pecan Pie Chex Party Mix is set, you can break it into pieces to serve or place in individual serving cups.

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Or if your party guests are too excited to try your Pecan Pie Chex Party Mix, you can serve it straight from the pan or place it in a serving bowl or dish!

Either way you serve it, we know this Pecan Pie Chex Party Mix will be a recipe to help you create some new memories this holiday season!

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More of our favorite Chex Mix recipes:

  • White Chocolate Chex Mix
  • Lemon Chex Mix
  • Classic Muddy Buddies
  • Candy Cane Muddy Buddies
  • Cinnamon Churro Chex Mix
  • White Chocolate Monster Munch Chex Mix

Serves: 10

Pecan Pie Chex Mix Recipe

5 from 1 vote

Caramel coated Chex Mix topped with pecans and drizzled white chocolate.

Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 5 minutes mins

Chill Time 30 minutes mins

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Ingredients

  • 8 cups Rice Chex cereal
  • 2 cups chopped pecans
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup butter
  • cup light corn syrup
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
  • 2 cups white chocolate chips

Instructions

  • Combine Rice Chex and chopped pecans in a large mixing bowl.

  • Combine brown sugar, butter and corn syrup in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave on high for 2 minutes, stirring after 1 minute.

  • Remove from microwave and whisk in baking soda.

  • Pour over cereal mixture and gently toss until cereal and pecans are evenly coated.

  • Spread mixture onto a baking sheet lined with waxed paper; let cool.

  • In a microwave-safe bowl, combine vegetable oil and white chocolate chips. Cook on high for 2-3 minutes, stirring every minute until smooth.

  • Drizzle melted white chocolate over cereal mixture and refrigerate until set.

  • Break into pieces and serve.

  • Store in an airtight container.

Notes

  • If you don’t have room in your fridge to let this set up, you can leave it out on your counter. It will set up faster in the fridge, but it also works to just leave it out.

Nutrition

Calories: 630 kcal · Carbohydrates: 73 g · Protein: 6 g · Fat: 38 g · Saturated Fat: 15 g · Cholesterol: 32 mg · Sodium: 375 mg · Potassium: 257 mg · Fiber: 3 g · Sugar: 54 g · Vitamin A: 707 IU · Vitamin C: 5 mg · Calcium: 189 mg · Iron: 8 mg

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Recipe Details

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

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If you love this Pecan Pie Chex Party Mix, be sure to try our Andes Mint Muddy Buddies this holiday season!

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  1. Tammy says:

    Hi - how long does your pecan pie Chex party mix stay fresh ? I’m thinking to include it in Christmas baskets but would want to make it ahead of time ... Thank you

  2. Cyd says:

    It should be fine in an airtight container for about 5 days. It doesn't last long at our house, we polish it off within a day or 2. :)

  3. Tammy says:

    Thanks Cyd :-)

  4. Nancy says:

    Has anyone tried to make this using dark chocolate

  5. Celena says:

    This recipe is amazing! I just made a few batches for teachers and friends for Christmas. I will definitely make this again!

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Pecan Pie Chex Party Mix Recipe (2024)

FAQs

Is it cheaper to make your own Chex Mix? ›

The three types of cereal are usually Corn Chex, Rice Chex, and Wheat Chex. Beyond that, pretzels, peanuts, and some kind of cracker or rye chip are standard. Is it cheaper to buy Chex Mix or make your own? Homemade Chex Mix is cheaper AND better tasting than anything you can buy at the store.

How do you keep Chex Mix from getting soggy? ›

Bake for a total of 60 minutes, but every 15 minutes, remove the pan from the oven and fold and gently toss the mixture. After 60 minutes, line your counter with paper towels and pour the mixture on top of the paper towels. This will prevent the Chex Mix from getting soggy.

What is dark Karo vs light Karo for pecan pie? ›

Light and dark corn syrup can be used interchangeably in almost every instance, with slight flavor variances. In a pecan pie, for example, light corn syrup will contribute sweetness and a hint of vanilla, but that's about it. Dark corn syrup, in addition to sweetness, will add color and a more robust, toasty flavor.

Is Chex Mix healthy or unhealthy? ›

Who doesn't love traditional Chex Mix? It's salty, crunchy, and everyone has a favorite item– the perfect party snack! But sadly, what makes it taste so good also makes Chex Mix not the healthiest option. It's full of refined grains, sugar, and tons of sodium.

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.

Why is my homemade pecan pie runny? ›

A pecan pie is essentially a custard pie, and a liquid center is almost always the result of underbaking. The Karo Classic Pecan Pie recipe calls for baking the pie for 60 to 70 minutes at 350 degrees. In some ovens, however, the pie can take 75 minutes or more.

What is pecan pie filling made of? ›

Pecan pie is a delightful concoction of pecan nuts mixed with a rich, caramelly filling made from eggs, butter, corn syrup, and sugar. The earliest pecan pie can be traced all the way back to the late 1800s, but it really peaked in the early 20th century when Karo™ syrup printed a pecan pie recipe on its bottles.

What is the primary thickening agent in pecan pie? ›

Butter: Butter gives this pie richness and a delicious depth of flavor. Cornstarch and water: Two teaspoons of cornstarch and a tablespoon of cold water work together to help thicken the filling. Eggs: Whole eggs help bind the filling together and add welcome moisture.

Why is my Chex mix not crispy? ›

The trick to getting the Chex mix perfectly crisp and golden is to gently toast it at a low temperature. Our recipe calls for baking it at 250°F, which for some ovens is the lowest temperature it will go.

Why did my Chex mix burn? ›

Why did my Chex Mix burn? Over-cooking and forgetting to stir the mixture throughout may cause your chex mix to burn. For best results, stir the mixture every 15 minutes while cooking. This ensures the mixture is evenly coated and that no parts of it get burned.

How long will Chex Party Mix stay fresh? ›

This Original Chex™ Party Mix can be made ahead of time and stored until ready to eat. Once mix is completely cooled, spoon into airtight containers and store for up to 2 weeks in a cool pantry.

What can I use instead of molasses in pecan pie? ›

Swaps and Substitutions
  1. Out of molasses? You can substitute honey or maple syrup. ...
  2. Use dark corn syrup instead of light.
  3. You can also replace the corn syrup with maple syrup, honey, agave, or golden syrup. However, you'll want to add a couple of tablespoons of flour to the filling to maintain that thicker texture.

Should Karo pecan pie be refrigerated? ›

Yes. Because pecan pie is an "egg-rich" pie, the USDA recommends you store it in the fridge after it has cooled. Unless you plan on serving the pie within two hours of baking, it shouldn't stay out at room temperature.

Is it cheaper to buy pancake mix or make your own? ›

It's easy to find boxed pancake mix on sale for just a few dollars. So, if you use organic flour and organic sugar, your homemade pancake mix will cost you more. However, if you buy flour, sugar, baking soda, and baking powder in bulk, the cost per pancake is cheaper than a boxed mix.

How long does homemade chex mix stay good? ›

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.

How many cups of Chex are in a family size box? ›

A family size (18 ounces) box of Chex has a little bit over 17 cups of Chex (enough for 2 batches of Muddy Buddies!), and a regular, 13.8-ounce box of Chex yields 8 cups (perfect for 1 batch of Muddy Buddies!).

Is Chex Mix healthier than Doritos? ›

13) Chex Mix: Fewer calories and the same amount of sodium as Doritos and Fritos, but more carbohydrates. Plus, nobody likes every single item in the mix (the rye chips, in particular, can be as divisive as broccoli).

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