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Nut Free Chex Mix (GF, Dairy Free)

Oct 16, 2019 · Modified: Oct 16, 2019 by Kelly Roenicke · 1 Comment

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salty and crunchy chex mix

Salty, crunchy, delicious nut free Chex mix is a must for the holiday season! This snack mix will be gobbled up in no time! And it’s allergy friendly, so everyone can enjoy it!

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With the holidays just around the corner, you might be thinking about how to adapt your favorite classic holiday recipes to be allergy friendly.

What recipes are your must-haves for the holiday season?

Cornbread casserole? Green bean casserole? Turkey and dressing?

One of our family favorites is Chex mix. The usual version of this party mix would contain a lot of allergens – dairy, gluten, and of course tree nuts and peanuts.

But I don’t want you to miss out on a salty, crunchy party mix, so I came up with a recipe for nut free Chex mix for you.

gluten free nut free chex snack mix

You won’t miss the nuts in this party mix! It’s salty, a little sweet, and nice and crunchy. I’ve had lots of people tell me that they prefer this version to the classic Chex mix recipe printed on the cereal box.

Can I make nut free Chex mix ahead of time?

Yes, this recipe can easily be made a day or two in advance. Just let it cool completely on the baking sheet before storing it in an airtight container.

Is Chex cereal gluten free?

Several varieties of Chex do not contain gluten. This recipe uses just the corn and rice Chex, not the wheat Chex that is usually included in traditional snack mix. Of course you should make sure that the processing of Chex is safe for your particular dietary needs. You can read more about what varieties are gluten free here.

What is a good substitute for butter?

I find that Earth Balance vegan buttery spread works really well in this recipe. I use the soy free version, but you can use any variety that works for your needs.

Where can I find safe pumpkin seeds?

Pumpkin seeds that aren’t processed with nuts can be found at Gerbs Allergy Friendly Foods, or you can find the brand SuperSeedz at many grocery stores or on Amazon.

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Why is there sugar in this recipe?

The small amount of sugar adds some sweetness to the spiciness of this mix. It balances it out. This is not a sweet recipe – it’s just a hint of sugar.

How do you make nut free Chex mix?

  1. Melt the vegan buttery spread and mix in the spices.
  2. Pour over the Chex cereal and stir well.
  3. Bake at 250 degrees for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Allow to cool before storing in an airtight container.

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Nut Free Chex Mix (GF, Dairy Free).

Crunchy, salty, and delicious, this nut free Chex mix is the perfect party snack!

Course Snack
Cuisine Dairy Free, gluten free, Nut free
Keyword gluten free chex mix, nut free party mix
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 16
Calories 139 kcal
Author Kelly Roenicke

Ingredients

  • ½ cup vegan buttery spread
  • 1 ½ Tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 Tablespoon paprika
  • 1 ¼ teaspoons salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 5 ½ cups corn Chex
  • 5 ½ cups rice Chex
  • ¾ cup pumpkin seeds optional
US Customary - Metric

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 250 degrees. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. Place the rice and corn Chex in a large bowl.

  3. Melt the vegan buttery spread in the microwave in a microwave safe bowl, or in a pan on the stove if you prefer. Add the sugar and spices. Stir well.

  4. Pour the melted buttery spread and spices over the cereal. Stir well.

  5. Spread the mixture out on the baking sheet.

  6. Bake at 250 degrees for about 45 minutes. Stir every 15 minutes.

  7. Once the Chex mix is done baking, sprinkle the pumpkin seeds on top if you wish. You can leave them out or add a different type of seed if desried.

  8. Once cool, store in an airtight container.

Recipe Notes

Chex mix should stay fresh in an airtight container for at least 5 days.

Nutrition Facts
Nut Free Chex Mix (GF, Dairy Free).
Amount Per Serving
Calories 139 Calories from Fat 63
% Daily Value*
Fat 7g11%
Saturated Fat 2g13%
Sodium 395mg17%
Potassium 75mg2%
Carbohydrates 19g6%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 3g3%
Protein 2g4%
Vitamin A 1038IU21%
Vitamin C 5mg6%
Calcium 72mg7%
Iron 7mg39%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

nut free chex mix recipe

If you’re looking for more nut free snacks, you might like to try this spiced kettle corn.

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Filed Under: Appetizers, Dairy Free, food, Nut Free, Recipes, Snacks Tagged With: Dairy Free, Egg Free, Fish Free, Gluten Free, Mustard Free, Peanut Free, Sesame Free, Shellfish Free, Tree Nut Free

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Mom to two boys with food allergies and sensitivities, Kelly is passionate about allergy friendly cooking and baking. She believes that you can enjoy amazing, easy recipes even when cooking for multiple food allergies.
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  1. Katie

    October 17, 2019 at 4:25 pm

    5 stars
    Delicious recipe! I love this party snack!

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