You’ll love this Air Fryer Chex Mix recipe – it’s quick and easy with just 7 ingredients. And this kid-friendly snack can be adapted with whatever cereal you happen have on hand.

Suitable for vegetarian diets. Post includes Weight Watchers points.

a white serving bowl filled with the finished air fryer chex mix

Folks, this is destined to become one of your favorite Homemade Chex Party recipes. This DIY snack is great for parties, BBQs, Memorial Day, pool parties, birthday parties, backyard gatherings, and all holidays and road trips.

Tasty Air Fryer Chex Mix is very easy to whip up with just a few ingredients and less than 15 minutes of effort. Plus it is a great edible gift for friends and family. Just like these Air Fryer Ranch Pretzels.

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Why Make This Recipe

Needs only 7 ingredients.
So easy that kids can whip this up with no supervision.
Made with affordable ingredients found in any store.
Can be scaled up for a crowd or halved as needed.
It is highly adaptable with different add-ins and more.

top down view of a jar filled with air fryer chex mix

Ingredient Notes

Rice Chex cereal – you can use corn Chex if you prefer.
Wheat Chex (or Shreddies) – The mini chefs current favorite cereal had to make an appearance.
Cheerios – These add in some extra sweet and a fun shape.
Pretzels – Add extra crunch with mini pretzels or pretzel sticks.
Flavorings – Butter, seasoning salt and onion powder add the delicious coating that makes this Chex mix special.

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How To Make Chex Mix

Get full ingredients list and instructions from the recipe card below.

Preheat Air Fryer to 400F / 200C. Melt butter, mix in the seasonings, and set aside. Place dry ingredients into a bowl, then stir in the butter mixture.
Line the air fryer basket with parchment paper and add the Chex mix in a single layer (you may need to cook in 2-3 batches).
Air fry for 6- 8 minutes, shaking halfway through. If it is not yet sizzling, you can air fry for a couple more minutes.
Remove and allow it to cool before serving.

image collage showing the steps for making air fryer chex mix

Cook In The Oven

Preheat oven to 250F / 120C and line 2 rimmed baking sheets with parchment paper.
Melt butter and mix in spices. Set aside.
Place all dry ingredients into a bowl and then mix in the seasoned butter.
Divide the mixture between the 2 baking sheets and spread out in an even layer.
Bake for 45 minutes, making sure to stir a couple of times during baking.
Remove from the oven and let cool before serving.

Tips For Success

Cook in batches – if you have a small air fryer you would need to cook this in 2 batches.
Season the Chex mix – Make sure to add seasoning, and you will need a little more than you think.
Stir during cooking – Make sure to turn your party mix at least once on the air fryer or a couple of times when baking so it toasts evenly.
Coat well – Ensure that every piece is evenly coated with the butter mixture.
Cool – Let cool completely before storing to avoid any moisture ruining them.
Feel free to mix these in a ziplock bag instead of a mixing bowl.

close up view of the cooked chex mix inside the air fryer basket

Delicious Variations

Vary the seasoning – Use the type of seasoning you like best, such as garlic powder, Italian Seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, etc.
Add in dried fruits and nuts – almonds, peanuts, dried banana chips, mixed nuts, and even popcorn or goldfish crackers all make great additions.
Add sweetness – After your mix has cooked and cooled, add in sweet treats like marshmallows, chocolate chips, M&Ms, Reese mini cups, etc.

Budget-Friendly Tips

Vary the proportion – Add more or less of the main ingredients that you already own rather than buy more.
Bulk it out – Use add-ins like dried fruit, nuts, and mini crackers that you already have to bulk it out.

Storage

Store – Store completely cooled mix in an airtight container for about 3 weeks.

side view of a mason jar filled with air fryer chex mix

Weight Watchers Points

There are 9 Blue Plan SmartPoints in one serving of this.

Tools Needed

Did you make this recipe? Then I would love to hear how it turned out. Please leave a comment and star rating below. And I really appreciate you sharing this recipe with your family and friends. Enjoy every mouthful 😊🍲 – Bintu

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top down view of the finished chex mix inside the air fryer basket

Homemade Chex Mix

This kid friendly snack is quick and easy with just 7 ingredients.

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Course: Appetizer, Snack

Cuisine: American, Western

Prep Time: 3

Cook Time: 12

Servings:

Calories: 268kcal

Author: Bintu Hardy | Budget Delicious

Equipment

Air Fryer Cosori

Cups And Spoons

Mixing Bowls

Ingredients

2 cups (56g) Rice Chex cereal
1 cup (60g) mini pretzels or pretzel sticks
1 cup (28g) Cheerios
1 cup (28g) Wheat Chex or Shreddies cereal
3 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon seasoning salt
1 teaspoon onion powder

Instructions

In Air Fryer

Preheat Air Fryer to 400F / 200C.
Melt butter, mix in the seasoning salt and onion powder, and set aside.
Place the dry ingredients into a bowl, mixing together. Then add the seasoned melted butter, stirring to evenly coat all pieces.
Line the air fryer basket with parchment paper and add the Chex mix in a single layer (you may need 2 batches). Air fry for 6- 8 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through cook time.
When cook time is finished, if it is not yet sizzling, air fry for a couple more minutes. Then remove and allow to cool before serving.

In The Oven

Preheat oven to 250F / 120C and line 2 rimmed baking sheets with parchment paper.
Melt butter, mix in the seasonings, and set aside.
Place the dry ingredients into a bowl, mixing together. Then add the seasoned melted butter, stirring to evenly coat all pieces.
Divide the mixture between the 2 baking sheets, spreading out in an even layer.
Bake for 45 minutes, making sure to mix a couple of times during baking.
Remove from the oven and let cool before serving.

Notes

Cook in batches – if you have a small air fryer you would need to cook this in 2 batches.
Season the Chex mix – Make sure to add seasoning, and you will need a little more than you think.
Stir during cooking – Make sure to turn your party mix at least once on the air fryer or a couple of times when baking so it toasts evenly.
Coat well – Ensure that every piece is evenly coated with the butter mixture.
Cool – Let cool completely before storing to avoid any moisture ruining them.
Feel free to mix these in a ziplock bag instead of a mixing bowl.
Vary the seasoning – Use the type of seasoning you like best, such as garlic powder, Italian Seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, etc.
Add in dried fruits and nuts – almonds, peanuts, dried banana chips, mixed nuts, and even popcorn or goldfish crackers all make great additions.
Add sweetness – After your mix has cooked and cooled, add in sweet treats like marshmallows, chocolate chips, M&Ms, Reese mini cups, etc.
Vary the proportion – Add more or less of the main ingredients that you already own rather than buy more.
Bulk it out – Use add-ins like dried fruit, nuts, and mini crackers that you already have to bulk it out.
Store completely cooled mix in an airtight container for about 3 weeks.
There are 9 WW Blue Plan SmartPoints in one serving.

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