Name: 5 Minute Fall Crack (aka Fall Snack Chex Mix)
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 10
Ingredients: 4 cups Rice Chex; 4 cups Corn Chex; 1 cup pretzel mini twists (or sticks); 1 cup mini marshmallows; 2-3 cups fall colored M&Ms or pumpkin mix candy; 1 cup pecan halves; 24 oz white chocolate for melting

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A quick and easy 5 minute Fall Crack Chex Mix recipe that’s super simple and yummy. Packed with the sweet and salty flavors we love, it’s a treat perfect for the season!

Honestly, does it get better than that? Five minutes to a snack mix everyone will love.

Bowl of 5 Minute Fall Crack (aka Fall Snack Chex Mix)

Perfect for Halloween, Thanksgiving, hostess gifts — football watching! Or how about movie nights, game nights? Or even a late-night snack.

There are so many ways to enjoy this quick and easy fall-inspired Crack. Much like our 5 Minute Christmas Crack, it’s a simple way to make a treat, perfect for autumn.

5 Minute Fall Crack: Chex Mix Recipe

Five minutes, few ingredients — and so good, it’s almost addictive.

And festive? Absolutely, it instantly puts you in the mood for all things fall.

Plus, it’s a great homemade hostess gift when packed in jars or cellophane wrappers.

This quick-fix sweet and salty Chex Mix recipe is made with a combination of Rice Chex, Corn Chex, pretzel sticks, mini marshmallows, M&M’s, pecans, and white chocolate.

It makes a big batch. When it’s just my family, I often half the recipe. I usually regret it though, because it’s easy to store and gift!

Fall Crack Chex Mix Recipe Ingredients

Here’s what you need to make this sweet and salty fall snack:

Rice Chex Cereal
Corn Chex Cereal
Pretzel mini twists (or sticks)
Mini marshmallows
Fall colored M&Ms or pumpkin mix candy
Pecan halves
White chocolate for melting

Ingredient Notes

What I love about this recipe is how customizable it is. For instance, you can switch the M&Ms for candy corn or a pumpkin mix. The pecans can be swapped for another favorite nut, or eliminated altogether.

The melted white chocolate combines the ingredients into easy, bite-size pieces.

Bowl of ingredients for Fall Crack Chex Mix

How to Make this Easy Fall Chex Mix Recipe

In a large bowl combine the cereal, pretzels, marshmallows, M&M’s, and pecans. Mix them up a bit to evenly distribute.

Step 1: Melt the Chocolate

Meanwhile, over a double boiler or even in the microwave, melt the white chocolate according to package instructions.

Bowl of Fall Crack Chex Mix with melted white chocolate

Step 2: Combine

Once the chocolate is melted and smooth, drizzle it over the cereal mix and combine with a spoon or even your hands. Be sure the cereal mixture is evenly coated with chocolate. Melt a little chocolate if needed!

Finished Fall Crack Chex Mix drying on a tray

Step 3: Let Dry and Harden

Spread the mixture onto a large sheet of parchment or wax paper. Let dry and harden for about an hour. Mine, though, usually dries and hardens in about 10 minutes.

Break it into bite-size pieces and store it in airtight containers or baggies for up to 1 week.

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