Description
Love churros but want something quicker and easier to share? This Churro Chex Mix is the ultimate crunchy, sweet snack—ideal for quick breakfasts, party treats, road trip munchies, or cozy movie nights. Coated in buttery cinnamon sugar and oven-baked to golden crispness, this easy recipe delivers big churro flavor in a no-fry format. It’s one of the best dessert snack ideas for those craving an easy recipe that feels indulgent but comes together fast. Whether you’re looking for a healthy snack with a sweet twist or easy food ideas to entertain, this one’s a winner.
Ingredients
8 cups Rice Chex cereal
1 cup granulated sugar
½ cup unsalted butter
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup pretzels (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 275°F (135°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a microwave-safe bowl or saucepan, melt the butter. Stir in the sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla until fully blended.
3. Add the Rice Chex cereal (and pretzels, if using) to a large bowl.
4. Slowly pour the butter mixture over the cereal while gently folding with a spatula to evenly coat.
5. Spread the coated mix onto the prepared baking sheet in an even layer.
6. Bake for 45 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even baking.
7. Let cool completely, then break into pieces and serve.
Notes
Use parchment paper to make cleanup easier and prevent sticking.
Stir halfway through baking to ensure the mix crisps evenly.
Let the mix cool completely before storing—it continues to crisp as it cools.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Snacks
- Method: Oven-baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg