This Cheesy Gluten-Free Chex Mix is an easy party snack that is both gluten-free and dairy-free. Savory, salty, crunchy, and delicious!
Cheesy, salty, crunchy. This cheesy gluten-free Chex mix has it all!
Gluten-free party snacks can be harder to find. Whether it is a plate of tater tot cups or dairy-free spinach artichoke dip, you want to be sure that the ingredients are safe for a gluten-free diet. This homemade seasoned Chex mix is a delicious option without the gluten or dairy. And if you want something sweet, you must try this bunny bait Chex mix!
Ingredients
Only four major ingredients plus spices make up this addictive snack! Here are the major ingredients you will need:
- Roasted salted peanuts
- Rice Chex
- Gluten-free pretzel sticks
- Vegan gluten-free cheese puffs
- Vegan butter
- Garlic, onion, and mustard powders
- Paprika, nutritional yeast, salt, and pepper
- Coconut sugar
Never seen vegan gluten-free cheese puffs? Here are some brands that make them!
- Hippeas
- Earth Balance White Cheddar Puffs
- Lesser Evil Paleo Puffs
- Thrive Market Grain-Free Puffs
How to Make Cheesy Gluten-Free Chex Mix
Grab your mixing bowl, liquid measuring cup, and spatula. Time to make some Chex party mix!
- Combine peanuts, Chex, and pretzels in a bowl.
- Melt vegan butter and whisk in spices.
- Pour mixture over dry ingredients.
- Stir to moisten all ingredients.
- Spread Chex mix evenly onto a baking sheet.
- Bake for 15 minutes, stirring halfway through cooking.
- Allow mix to cool then add cheese puffs.
Want a sweet snack recipe for Chex mix? Check out this coconut chocolate Chex mix!
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📖 Recipe
Cheesy Chex Mix (Gluten-Free)
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup salted roasted peanuts
- 3 cups rice Chex
- 2 cups gluten-free pretzel sticks
- 3 cups vegan gluten-free cheese puffs
- 12 tablespoons vegan butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 ½ teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 ½ teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon mustard powder
- ¼ teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- pinch of ground cayenne pepper
- ½ teaspoon coconut sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Combine peanuts, rice Chex, and pretzels in a medium bowl. (Cheese puffs will be added at the very end.)
- Melt butter in a glass measuring cup or small microwavable bowl. Add spices, nutritional yeast, and coconut sugar to the melted butter. Whisk to combine.
- Pour liquid mixture over the dry ingredients. Gently stir mixture until most pieces are coated. Spread mixture into an even layer on baking sheet.
- Bake for 15 minutes. Remove pan halfway through cooking, stir, and return to oven for remaining cook time.
- Allow Chex mix to cool before adding cheese puffs. Store in an airtight container.
Sarah
A perfect party snack that I never thought you could make gluten-free!
Brynne
Omg my favorite snack!
Tessa
It's slightly addictive! :)
Liz
This looks amazing! Perfect party snack!
Tessa
Thank you, Liz!
Laura
So easy and great alternative for the classic cheddar Chex mix by 10 year old is addicted to!
Tessa
Thanks, Laura! This one can be highly addictive too - but better! :)