Lemonade Chex Mix
Brighten up your snack game with this zesty, irresistible Lemonade Chex Mix—a sweet-and-savory treat bursting with citrusy flavor! Made with crispy Rice Chex cereal, crunchy mini pretzels, and a vibrant lemon glaze, this recipe blends the perfect balance of textures and tang. The secret lies in the homemade buttery lemon syrup, infused with fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and a touch of yellow food coloring for a sunny pop of color. Tossed in a powdered sugar and lemon pudding mix coating, each bite delivers a refreshing burst of lemonade-inspired sweetness. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-bake snack is ideal for parties, movie nights, or any time you’re craving a lemony twist. Serve it in a festive bowl or pack it up for an on-the-go treat—either way, this Lemonade Chex Mix is sure to be a crowd favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Rice Chex cereal
- 2 cups Mini pretzels
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
- 1 box Lemon instant pudding mix (dry)
- 1 stick Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
- 2 drops Yellow food coloring (optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the Rice Chex cereal and mini pretzels. Set aside.
In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
Add the granulated sugar, fresh lemon juice, and lemon zest to the melted butter, stirring continuously until the sugar fully dissolves and the mixture begins to bubble lightly. This should take about 1-2 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in yellow food coloring (if using) for a brighter lemony hue.
Immediately pour the warm lemon mixture over the cereal and pretzel mix, tossing gently with a spatula to coat evenly.
In a separate small bowl, combine the powdered sugar and dry lemon instant pudding mix.
Sprinkle the powdered sugar mixture over the coated cereal and pretzels, tossing well to ensure even coverage.
Spread the Lemonade Chex Mix onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to cool completely, about 20 minutes.
Once cooled, transfer the mix to an airtight container for storage or serve immediately!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4464 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 110.1 g | 141% | |
| Saturated Fat | 56.0 g | 280% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 248 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 7639 mg | 332% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 837.2 g | 304% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.2 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 406.3 g | ||
| Protein | 37.1 g | 74% | |
| Vitamin D | 16.0 mcg | 80% | |
| Calcium | 1183 mg | 91% | |
| Iron | 77.3 mg | 429% | |
| Potassium | 732 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
