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Air Fryer Fall Chex Mix

Print Recipe
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 23 minutes
Course Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 4 People
Calories 180 kcal

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!

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Chex Mix Ingredients

  1. In a large bowl, combine the Chex cereal, pretzels, nuts, and pumpkin seeds (if using).

Step 2: Make the Seasoning

  1. 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

  1. Pour the seasoning mixture over the dry ingredients and stir until everything is evenly coated.

Step 4: Air Fry the Chex Mix

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for 2-3 minutes.
  2. Add the Chex mix to the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  3. 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

  1. After the mix is air fried and crispy, transfer it to a large bowl.
  2. 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! 🍂🍿