Hot Buttered Yum Chex Mix Recipe

Satisfy your sweet and salty cravings with this irresistible Hot Buttered Yum Chex Mix! A delightful twist on the classic snack, this recipe combines crunchy cereal with a luscious brown butter, honey, and spice topping. Easy to make in just 15 minutes, it's the perfect treat for movie nights, parties, or a quick pick-me-up.

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 15 mins

Calories 67.8 kcal

Protein 0g

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Ingredients for Hot Buttered Yum Chex Mix

Cinnamon Chex Cereal
Chex Cereal
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
1/4 cup honey
Ground Cinnamon
Ground Nutmeg
Ground Cloves
1 teaspoon rum extract (optional)
Miniature Marshmallows

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How to Make Hot Buttered Yum Chex Mix

Preheat oven to 250°F (120°C).
In a large bowl, combine 6 cups of Chex cereal mix.
In a 2-cup microwave-safe measuring cup, combine 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar, and 1/4 cup honey.
Microwave on high for 2 minutes, stirring after 1 minute, until the mixture is bubbly and smooth.
Remove from microwave and stir in 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg, and 1 teaspoon rum extract (optional).
Pour the butter mixture over the cereal, stirring gently until all the cereal pieces are evenly coated.
Spread the coated cereal in a single layer on a large baking sheet.
Bake for 10-12 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the marshmallows are lightly toasted and the cereal is crisp.
Remove from oven and let cool completely.
Stir in 2 cups of mini marshmallows once cooled.
Spread the Chex mix onto waxed paper to cool completely.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

36g

Fat

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Hot Buttered Yum Chex Mix?

Hot Buttered Yum Chex Mix takes about 20 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 15 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Hot Buttered Yum Chex Mix?

Hot Buttered Yum Chex Mix has approximately 67.8 calories per serving, with about 0 g protein, 3 g carbohydrates and 4 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Hot Buttered Yum Chex Mix?

The key ingredients for Hot Buttered Yum Chex Mix are Cinnamon Chex Cereal, Chex Cereal, Butter, Brown Sugar, Honey, Ground Cinnamon. See the full list with measurements above.