In case you’re looking for a sweet chex mix recipe or a salty chex mix recipe, this delicious and easy Sweet and Salty Chex Mix features both yummy flavor combinations and takes only 5 minutes to make!
Springtime Sweet and Salty Chex Mix
Spring has officially sprung and I’m so excited! I always love this time of year because it means I get to spend more time outside enjoying the warm weather, while doing fun activities with the kids like planting flowers. Another activity that I can never pass up is whipping up yummy chex mix dessert recipes like this easy Sweet and Salty Chex Mix with m&m’s.
5-Minute Sweet and Salty Chex Mix
In talking with some friends and family recently, there seems to be a worldwide debate over which chex mix dessert is better. Some people love sweet chex mix recipes drizzled with chocolate, caramel, or tossed in sugar, while others prefer salty chex mix recipes that can be seasoned to perfection with ranch, cheddar, garlic and herbs, or salt. Of course you also have those who love sweet chex mix recipes with m&ms, chocolate chips, and other tasty ingredients.
Me? I say why choose between one or the other?! Get the best of both worlds with this delicious and simple sweet and salty chex mix with m&ms.
My kids and I quite literally made this no-fuss chex mix dessert in less than 5 minutes. With only 4 ingredients, it can’t get any easier! And talk about tasty- this homemade sweet and salty chex mix dessert recipe has the perfect balance of sweetness from M&M’s and Honey Roasted Peanuts, while the Cheddar Cheese Mix adds just the right amount of saltiness to satisfy your cravings.
And who can argue with pretty pastel colored M&M’s for spring? I mean– I know I can’t. 😉
Sweet and Salty Chex Mix
Sweet and Salty Chex Mix
Ingredients
- 5 cups Rice Chex Mix
- 1 box Cheez-It Double Cheese Snack Mix 9.75 oz
- 2 cups Honey Roasted Planters Peanuts
- 1 bag Spring M&Ms 12 oz.
Instructions
- In a large bowl combine Rice Chex cereal, Cheez-it Snack Mix, Planters Peanuts, and M&M's
- Toss well until all ingredients are evenly distributed
Store in an air-tight container and enjoy your delicious sweet and salty chex mix
Doesn’t it look so pretty all mixed together? And of course the best part about sweet and salty chex mix recipes is that you can always change up the flavors depending on your mood or taste preference, and switch up the colors for holidays.
Other ingredients that I love to add in include marshmallows, animal crackers, almonds, and dried fruits. The possibilities are seriously endless when it comes to sweet chex party mix recipes and salty chex mix recipes.
Once your sweet and salty chex mix is combined together, simply place in an airtight container and enjoy having a delicious snack to munch on for the next week or so! We actually found these adorable spring snack cups at the Dollar Tree, topped them with plastic wrap and plan to deliver them to family and friends to spread the love. Now- who wants one? 😉
Hope you’ll give this super easy and delicious sweet and salty chex mix recipe a try and cheers to an amazing week ahead! Be sure and pin it for later and share with a friend!
Thanks for stopping by!-Cara
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This looks so yummy, cute and festive! The little butterfly bowls are so precious and makes this the perfect spring snack! I would love a little cup of this on my desk today, LOL! Have a beautiful Monday!
Thank-you! I would be happy to send some your way next time I make it! Unfortunately the boys devoured it up quickly! 😉
I could go for some of that RIGHT NOW! Yum. Pinned it already. 😉
Thanks Alexandra! It really is the perfect treat for when you’re craving something sweet and salty! 🙂
That mix looks delicious! I’m all about snack mixes… and love the pop of color in this one!
Thank-you! There’s something about m&m’s that make everything so festive haha
This looks awesome!!! I love snacks like these because we usually take them with us when my family goes camping.
Thank-you! That’s such a great idea. Always good to have snacks on hand for camping! 🙂
This looks delicious and is a perfect treat for spring! I love how the candy adds color.
Thanks Samantha! The pastels are so pretty!
Oh, yes! This is a perfect mix of everything I love about these mixes. I’m going to make this for our family dinner on Easter. 🙂
Thanks Lecy! Hope you and your family enjoy!
This looks so easy to assemble and so delicious! I want some right now!
xo Jessica
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It’s so easy, Jessica! And yummy! 🙂
Wow that looks cute and delicious. The colors definitely remind me of spring. This would be a cute snack for after an easter egg hunt.
Thank-you! Perfect idea! We all need a little treat after egg hunting! 😉
This is a definite pin! Great shots. Can’t wait to try it.
Thank-you Teri! Hope you enjoy!
OH yummy! I love that you included cheez-its! Those are my weakness 😀
Thanks! Haha I thought I was the only one! 😉
Now I’m craving this!! Looks so good – I love sweet & salty combos!
Thanks Summer! It satisfies both cravings so it’s a win-win! 🙂
That looks so delicious…love the combination of sweet and salty. The spring M&Ms give it a fun pop of color.
Thanks Kim! I just love how M&Ms always make everything more festive. 🙂
I love how spring-y it looks! Plus, fast and delicious is always a bonus! 🙂
Exactly! Thank-you! 🙂
Love sweet and salty snacks, so this is perfect and oh so easy!
xo, Lily
Beauty With Lily
It really is one of the easiest snacks I’ve ever made haha. And so yummy!
I usually make chex mix at Christmas with Worcestershire sauce and seasoned salt. I like this salty & sweet variation for spring. A nice treat for Easter.
Oh yum, that sounds delicious!
this is so easy but makes a big spring/easter statement at the same time – i’m definitely making it!
Hope you enjoy Hal!
What a bright and fun snack. I would love to try this!
It’s such a yummy treat! 🙂
Yum!! I love any treat that combines sweet + salty. And pastel m&ms are perfect this time of year.
Agreed! There’s something so festive about them!
YUM!!! Now I want some. I love chex mix.
Me too! I just have to limit myself to a handful though or I’ll sit there and eat the whole bowl lol.
Oh yum! I totally need to make this because I always crave both. This mixture sounds heavenly, thanks for sharing!
It’s the perfect combo, Emelia! 🙂
This looks delicious! I love sweet and salty snacks!
Thank-you! I do too!
how festive! i’ll totally do this with my kids during spring break. all i needed was “sweet and salty” and i was sold! <3
Thank-you! Hope you all enjoyed!
I could munch on stuff like that ALLLL DAY LONGGG!!!
Me too! That’s why I have to limit myself to a handful at a time otherwise I’ll mindlessly eat it all lol.
Yum! I love chex mix. The spring colored M&M’s are perfect.
This snack is the perfect sweet and salty combo! 🙂
YUM! And I love the fun Easter colors <3
Green Fashionista
Aren’t they so pretty? There’s something about pastels! 🙂
This looks so good! And it has me craving M&Ms lol. So very festive for spring!
Thank-you! It didn’t last long in our household lol and M&Ms are my fave in anything.
This looks like SUCH a tasty snack! And I love the colors, so springy. I will definitely be adding this to my list of things to make. And unlike everything else I snack on, it’ll actually be healthier!
Thanks Hannah! It really isn’t that bad as long as you portion control it out! Plus it’s super yummy! 🙂
Can’t get any easier then that, looks good too!
I bet your kids would love to help make this!
Yum! This is so cute and looks delicious!
Thanks Allison! 🙂
Oh I will totally be trying this!
It’s so good Neely!
Ooh this looks amazing! I love the sweet/salty snack mixes!
Thanks and me too! I can never choose just one, so I go with both flavor combos lol
Loved this post, Cara! I’m all about the sweet and salty combo and this is perfect for spring time! I love making things like this for the week and bring a batch to work to snack on throughout the week.
Thanks! Even with a family of 4 it lasted us over a week, so I was very pleased! 🙂
This look so yummy! It definitely would not last a week in my home… My husband would gobble up all of it!
Haha, maybe you can treat him to some of it soon! 🙂
I could eat the entire batch! I love a good sweet and salty snack. Pinning for later 🙂
Thanks Diana! I love a sweet and salty combo too!
It sure looks delicious! Love the colors and it’s definitely a fun treat for my kids to enjoy. Quick, easy and delicious!
Thanks! My kids loved dumping all the ingredients in, and there was no clean-up so it was a win-win!
Ooh, this is such an interesting combo–and the candy sure does liven up the Chex Mix! Perfect for Easter.
Thanks Robin! M&Ms always make things better! 😉
This would be a big hit with my family! I think I will make some as a fun surprise.
Hope you enjoyed it Beth! 🙂
That looks so good! Such a great mix!
Thanks Stephanie! It’s such a tasty treat!
What a perfect spring treat! I’m definitely going to try this out because I’m sure it will be a hit in my house. Beautifully Candid
I bet your little ones would love to help make it too! 🙂
Looks good! And yes, marshmallows seem like something I’d want to put in there haha. I’ve pinned to my recipes!
– Claudia
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I like making a s’mores mix sometimes that I love putting marshmallows in. So yummy!
YUMMM!! I want this in my belly RN! haha so cute and delicious!
Haha thanks Rachel! It really is a tasty treat for when you’re craving sweet or salty! 🙂
This sounds like such a perfect snack! I love sweet and salty things and I love how pretty this is too! <3, Pamela Sequins & Sea Breezes
Thanks Pamela! The M&Ms were the perfect touch of color!
This looks so good! And its cute, too! Definitely something my little man would love!
Thank-you! Oh I bet he’d love it, my kiddos sure did! 🙂
It so bright and colourful. Oh man I use to love this when I was younger. xx
Thank-you! You should try making it again, it’s so easy! 🙂
I could easily make this and eat the WHOLE BATCH in one setting. All of my favorites in one mix!!!
Coming Up Roses
Haha, the struggle is real Erica! It truly is so yummy! 🙂
I think I might make this for my dad’s birthday in June. He loves party/snack mixes. Thanks for sharing!
Hope he enjoys it Robin! 🙂
I always love a sweet and salty snack. These looks yummy and easy.
xx, Kusum | http://www.sveeteskapes.com
Thanks Kusum! It’s so good!
Sweet and salty is right upmy alley. LOVE!!
Thanks Elle! It’s yummy!