Lemon Chex Mix Recipe (2024)

This Lemon Chex Mix is the perfect snack food for any occasion. They only require a few simple ingredients and come together in just a matter of minutes. We love making puppy chow for movies, parties, showers and gatherings and this lemon version might be the most delicious yet!

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ThisLemon Chex Mixis quick, simple, delicious, and the perfect snack food. I have always loved Muddy Buddies, but with summer right around the corner I wanted something light and fresh.

We love making these for game night, movie night, pool day, or just when we need a yummy treat. This recipe definitely feeds a crowd, so it’s a perfect snack food for any event.

They have the perfect hint of lemon to them, but they definitely aren’t overpowering. You will love this delicious citrus twist, on your favorite snack food.

My sister and I made these for our kids one afternoon when they were running through the sprinklers and they never made it out to the kids. We were downing this Lemon Chex Mix by the fistful!

You’ve been warned. They are addictive.

Be sure to try: White Chocolate Chex Party Mix (this one is SO good and ready in 5 minutes!) and Pecan Pie Chex Mix

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Can I make these lemon buddies ahead of time?

For this recipe, we don’t really recommend making them ahead of time. Because of the lemon juice in the recipe, it breaks down the cereal a little bit, and makes it a little soggy.

These are best when made and served immediately.

If you have leftovers, we recommend storing them in an airtight container. They will soften with time, but they will still taste delicious.

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The world’s best snack food:

We love any type of buddy or puppy chow combination. I firmly believe it is the best snack food for movies, boating, swim day, games, Super Bowl, etc.

Well the good news is, we have tons of similar recipes on our site. If you are looking for more recipes like this, check out these ones:

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The best snack recipes:

If muddy buddies and puppy chow aren’t your thing, we have plenty of other snack recipes to satisfy your cravings!

  • Rocky Road Popcorn
  • Muddy Buddy Popcorn
  • Snickers Popcorn
  • Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Rice Krispies
  • Rolo Pretzel Turtle Bites

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Serves: 8

Lemon Chex Mix Recipe

4 from 1 vote

This Lemon Chex Mix is the ultimate summer snack!

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Ingredients

  • 9 cups rice chex cereal
  • cups white chocolate chips
  • ¼ cup butter
  • 4 teaspoons grated lemon peel
  • 4 Tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 cups powdered sugar

Instructions

  • Measure cereal into a large mixing bowl and set aside.

  • In a microwaveable bowl, microwave white chocolate chips, butter, lemon zest and juice uncovered on high for 1 minute; stir.

  • Microwave about 30 more seconds or until mixture can be stirred smooth.

  • Pour mixture over cereal, stirring until evenly coated.

  • Pour into a 2-gallon resealable food storage plastic bag.

  • Add powdered sugar, seal bag and shake until all the cereal is well-coated.

Notes

For this recipe, we don’t really recommend making them ahead of time. Because of the lemon juice in the recipe, it breaks down the cereal a little bit, and makes it a little soggy.

Nutrition

Calories: 435 kcal · Carbohydrates: 73 g · Protein: 4 g · Fat: 15 g · Saturated Fat: 9 g · Polyunsaturated Fat: 1 g · Monounsaturated Fat: 4 g · Trans Fat: 1 g · Cholesterol: 21 mg · Sodium: 349 mg · Potassium: 142 mg · Fiber: 2 g · Sugar: 49 g · Vitamin A: 749 IU · Vitamin C: 11 mg · Calcium: 172 mg · Iron: 10 mg

Equipment

  • Large Mixing Bowl

  • Microwave Safe Bowl

  • Ziploc Bag

Recipe Details

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

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  1. Heather Shober says:

    Made these and loved them! Thanks for the recipe!

  2. Sheri Jones says:

    I tried these on a whim for a class we had in the fall. At first everyone just looked at the bowl like mold was growing on it. Then one brave soul took a scoop, and another, and before I knew it, the bowl was empty. It is easy, quick, and yummy. Can't go wrong with this one!

  3. Jackie says:

    White vanilla? Not white chocolate?

  4. Camille says:

    White chocolate works too! :)

  5. Laura says:

    These sound delicious! I'm going to bring them on our Spring family camping trip. The kids will love them!

  6. Rebecca Mulson says:

    Ive tried making these at least twice. When I make Muddy Buddies they keep forever, but these Lemon ones go soggy after a day. I tried using less lemon juice...I cant think of anything else.. So very sad because they are SO STINKING DELICIOUS! :( What could I be doing wrong?

  7. Six Sisters says:

    I noticed that too . . . but only after about a day, they just don't last as long as regular muddy buddies. Maybe eat them all on the first day while they are crisper. :) YUMMY!

  8. Haley says:

    Where is the three ingredient recipe that shows in the video?

  9. Cyd says:

    The video is for Rocky Road Popcorn. That recipe has 5 ingredients.

  10. Andrea says:

    I wonder if you could do a light toast in the oven to burn off some of the water from the lemon juice and still have it be lemon flavored without being soggy.

  11. Teri F says:

    Video shows Chex cereal, white chocolate chips and lemon cake mix. Measure the cereal into large bowl, melt bag of chips, stir and coat cereal pieces, put half or so in large zip bag, sprinkle generously with cake mix. Seal bag and shake. Repeat with remaining cereal and cake mix.

  12. Debbie says:

    I thought that Lemon cake mix is used? Did I miss something in the recipe?

  13. Cherie says:

    I saw just 3 ingredients in the video. Chex Mix. White chocolate. And Lemon cake mix. I thought I was missing something also when I clicked on the link and saw other ingredients and cake mix was not one of them! I’m still going to try it like the video and see what happens.

  14. Kat Hill says:

    Perhaps try substituting True Lemon for the lemon juice if you plan to make it ahead or keep it for a longer period of time.

  15. Jana says:

    Maybe use true lemon powder...?

  16. Jana777 says:

    So, I had a couple thoughts in regard to the soggy problem. You could try to reduce and concentrate the juice on the stove. Or, you can dehydrate lemon slices and grind them up into a powder, or you could buy some citric acid and combine the zest, citric acid and some granulated sugar in a blender or small food processor. Also, I wonder if corn chex might hold up a little better as well.

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Lemon Chex 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.

Why is my homemade Chex Mix soggy? ›

Using too much liquid. Don't go over the recipe's suggested liquid amounts; that is a sure way to get soggy mix (which, again, nobody wants). Follow this tip: If you need to make a change in liquid ingredients, just keep the amount the same.

What is Chex Mix seasoning made of? ›

Seasoned salt: This old-school seasoning has a blend of onion, garlic, spices, and salt. We like Lawry's for Chex mix. Onion and garlic powders: These give the Chex mix a deeper, more savory taste. Worcestershire sauce: A generous amount of lends a subtle savoriness that rounds all the flavors out.

Why isn't Chex Mix sold in Canada? ›

Chex has really not caught on as a brand in Canada. Although many other products of General Mills, like Cheerios, are very popular, Chex is seen as a “niche” product. General Mills has five factories in Canada, and that means that they really can't afford to produce their entire product line up here.

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.

Which Chex is healthiest? ›

Unlike other Chex varieties, Wheat Chex are made from 100% whole-grain wheat. One serving contains only 130 calories but boasts 7 grams of protein and 8 grams of fiber. While it is on the higher end for sugars, the overall nutrient profile of this cereal is still noteworthy.

Is chex mix better with butter or margarine? ›

You can mix and match to suit your taste—just use a total of 9 cups of cereal. Healthy: To reduce the fat to 2 grams and the calories to 80 per serving, use 3 tablespoons margarine instead of the 6 tablespoons butter, omit mixed nuts and use fat-free bagel chips.

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 are the brown circle things in Chex Mix? ›

What Is This Brown Thing In My Chex Mix??? The question of the day is: what are these round, brown disks in my Chex Mix? Answer: Melba toasts. And they are clearly the best part of the whole thing.

What can you substitute for Worcestershire sauce in Chex Mix? ›

Tamari – Traditionally, Chex mix uses Worcestershire sauce to get its classic savory flavor. Since Worcestershire sauce often contains gluten, artificial flavors and colors, and added sugar, we wanted to find an alternative. We found that tamari made for a great substitute.

How to fix bland Chex Mix? ›

As a rule of thumb, you'll want to use a 1:3 ratio of Worcestershire Sauce to unsalted butter and a 1:3 ratio of Worcestershire Sauce to Chex Mix seasoning. That means for every 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, you'd use 3 tablespoons melted butter, and 3 tablespoons Chex Mix seasoning blend.

What is every item in Chex Mix? ›

All commercial Chex Mixes contain some form of Chex cereal. Other ingredients generally include rye chips, bagel chips, breadsticks, pretzels, nuts, and crackers. In total, General Mills produces 13 varieties of Chex Mixes, not including limited editions.

Why is Chex Mix so good? ›

Chex Mix is such a perfect food because it is balanced. Each individual piece retains its own individual texture, shape and flavor, yet together the pieces compliment one another and are coated in the same spice blend. Not all pieces absorb the flavor in the same way — some, like the pretzels, are merely coated in it.

Why are there no oat Chex? ›

Celiac.com 09/02/2015 - Cereal maker General Mills is pulling the plug on its Gluten Free Chex Oatmeal. A spokesperson for General Mills confirmed that the product has been discontinued due to low sales. The company says it will make its final shipments of the gluten-free oatmeal in October.

Does Chex still make vanilla Chex? ›

Unfortunately, Vanilla Chex have been discontinued but we'll let the rest of our team know you'd like to see it again. Thanks!

How many cups of Chex are in a 12 oz box? ›

One standard-size (12-ounce) box of Rice Chex cereal contains about 11 cups of cereal. Save yourself the hassle of measuring out 9 cups and dump the entire box into your largest bowl.

Is Chex Mix healthier than chips? ›

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).

Is Chex Mix healthy cereal? ›

The traditional Chex Mix is healthy in moderate amounts. The cheese in the Cheddar Chex Mix adds to the proteins in this mix, so it's healthy to eat. But due to the high sodium levels, it's recommended to eat up to a healthy amount only.

What's the difference between Chex Mix and bold Chex Mix? ›

What is different about Bold Chex Mix? The difference between bold and regular party mix is the amount of Worcestershire sauce added. For a Bold Chex mix, use ⅓ cup of Worcestershire and for a more traditional just 2 tablespoons.

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