Gluten-Free Chex Mix filled with Fall Flavors

Gluten-Free Chex Mix made with the fall flavors takes me back to New England. Watching the leaves change, having pumpkin pancakes with maple syrup, and enjoying the crispy air outside that will require a hot chocolate by the end of the day.

How I loved the fall when living in Rhode Island and getting my camera ready to get pictures of the season changing. Then I would head over to the dinner for pancakes and pure maple syrup to pour on top.

I always enjoyed the fall season because it is what I call nature going to sleep for a while. The leaves fall, the garden is cleaned up and the tree branches are trimmed so nature can revive itself for spring. It is a time to rest so we can go under the blankets and share time together while the planet rests and we thank nature for all its harvest that we enjoyed.

Most countries celebrate the fall harvest such as Asia with Mooncake Festival or in Olivagando in Italy and in the United States, we have Thanksgiving to give thanks for what we have received. Then, there is the Elmira Maple Syrup Festival, Ontario which I am most thankful for because it is the ingredient that makes everything taste like fall including this Gluten-Free Chex Mix.

This is by far my favorite snack food for game day for the whole family to enjoy.

Easy gluten-free crunchy snack mix made with traditional Chex mix that my taste buds love. Adding a maple flavor to one of my favorite snacks for the fall season. So let's start cooking!

Items at Grocery Stores 

For the Sauce

• Butter melted
• Brown Sugar packed
• Maple Syrup
• Vanilla Extract

Dry Ingredients

• 1 box Gluten-Free Rice Chex Or Corn Chex Cereals
• Gluten-Free Pretzels
• Chocolate chips
• 1 bag of peanuts
• 1 bag Caramel M&M's

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 300°F.
2. Melt the butter, brown sugar, and vanilla in a saucepan with constant whisking on medium heat. The butter mixture should look like caramel when done.
3. In a VERY big bowl, add the Chex cereal mixture, pretzels, and peanuts.
4. Pour the sauce over the mixture and toss gently until evenly coated.
5. Line two large baking sheet with parchment paper.
6. Divide the mixture on the two baking sheets and spread it into an even layer.
7. Bake for 45 minutes and stir every 15 minutes.
8. Remove from the oven and allow it to cool.
9. Add the mixture to a large mixing bowl, along with M&M's, and mix together.
10. Store in a large ziplock bag for 4-6 days for freshness.

Lifestyle Diet

• Low-Carb: No
• Gluten-Free: Yes
• Vegetarian: Yes
• Vegan: No, unless vegan butter is used,

Make Different Flavors

There are so many recipes for a holiday trail mix which I have to say is very popular when I wrap it for gifts. Here are a few different snack mixes that I have made for the holidays.

Tips And Tricks

• Mason jars are my favorite way to store and give as a present with a bow on top.
• Bag in 16 individual Halloween bags, I got 1 ½ cups for my 16 bags with this recipe.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make it ahead of time?
I always make this homemade Chex mix recipe ahead of time. It's a little mess to make so I make it in advance of any holiday party.

Have Leftovers?
If I have a leftover snack mix I place it in an airtight container to keep fresh.

Is this a Healthy Snack?
No, there is nothing healthy with a carb base and sugar snack. Although it's a great snack for a special occasion during the holiday.

So when you go to your next party give this a try and tell me what you think, I hope you love this recipe as much as I enjoy eating it. See ya next time as my quest continues in search of the perfect bite!

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