Air Fryer Fall Chex Mix
Equipment
- 1 Air fryer
- 1 Mixing bowl
- 1 Spoon or spatula
Ingredients
- 2 cups Chex cereal (any variety or a mix of corn and rice)
- 1 cup mini pretzels
- 1 cup mixed nuts (such as almonds, cashews, and pecans)
- ½ cup pumpkin seeds (optional)
- 1 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoons maple syrup 🍁
- 1 tablespoons cinnamon
- ¼ tablespoons pumpkin pie spice (optional)
- ¼ tablespoons salt
- 1 tablespoons white chocolate chips (optional, for extra sweetness)
Notes
This Air Fryer Fall Chex Mix is the ultimate snack for the fall season! Loaded with a mix of crunchy cereal, pretzels, nuts, and a sweet-spicy seasoning, this easy-to-make snack is perfect for cozying up with a warm drink or sharing at parties. The air fryer makes it crispy without the need for much oil!
✅ For extra crunch, you can add some rice crackers or crispy chickpeas to the mix.
✅ Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less maple syrup or sugar depending on your taste.
✅ Let it cool completely before storing it to maintain its crunch. 🔥 Enjoy this fall-inspired, crispy, and sweet Air Fryer Fall Chex Mix at your next gathering or cozy movie night! 🍂🍿
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Chex Mix Ingredients
- In a large bowl, combine the Chex cereal, pretzels, nuts, and pumpkin seeds (if using).
Step 2: Make the Seasoning
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, brown sugar, maple syrup, cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice (if using), and salt until the sugar is dissolved.
Step 3: Coat the Chex Mix
- Pour the seasoning mixture over the dry ingredients and stir until everything is evenly coated.
Step 4: Air Fry the Chex Mix
- Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for 2-3 minutes.
- Add the Chex mix to the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Air fry for 15-20 minutes, shaking the basket every 5 minutes to ensure even cooking. The Chex Mix should be golden and crispy when done.
Step 5: Add Final Touches & Serve
- After the mix is air fried and crispy, transfer it to a large bowl.
- If desired, sprinkle with white chocolate chips for a sweet contrast. Let it cool and enjoy!
Pro Tips for Perfect Air Fryer Fall Chex Mix:
✅ Don’t overcrowd the basket – cook in batches if necessary for the best crispiness.✅ For extra crunch, you can add some rice crackers or crispy chickpeas to the mix.
✅ Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less maple syrup or sugar depending on your taste.
✅ Let it cool completely before storing it to maintain its crunch. 🔥 Enjoy this fall-inspired, crispy, and sweet Air Fryer Fall Chex Mix at your next gathering or cozy movie night! 🍂🍿
