Bananas Foster Party Chex Mix Recipe

If you love bananas foster as much as I do, then this bananas foster party Chex mix recipe is the snack for you!  I seriously can’t believe how much it tastes like the traditional dessert, and turned into a party Chex mix.  Your guests are going to love this unique and delicious recipe (that also happens to be a completely gluten-free snack recipe!)

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This bananas foster Chex mix packs such a crunch and only takes a few minutes to make!  I suggest keeping some on hand for after school snacks or to give as a good gift.

What ingredients do I need for this recipe?

• Honey Nut Chex cereal
• Cinnamon Chex cereal
• Pecan halves
• Dried banana chips
• butter
• Brown sugar
• Cinnamon
• Banana extract – optional
• Rum – optional

I was in the check out line at the grocery store and spotted the Taste of Home Homemade Gifts booklet and I had to pick it up.  I am so glad I did!  It is full of amazing recipes that double as gifts.  This bananas foster party Chex mix recipe is no different.

Because this mix is so delicious and easy to make, I love giving it as a gift.  And, how perfect are these Reynolds wax paper sandwich bags to pack it in?. All I did was use the bag and tied it with a bow for the cutest little gift.

How do you make a party Chex Mix?

• Combine Honey Nut and Cinnamon Chex with pecan halves and dried bananas chips.
• Melt butter, brown sugar and cinnamon in the microwave.
• Stir in some extracts for added flavor and combine – this step is optional.
• Microwave everything together and then let it cool.

If you’re craving a traditional Bananas Foster dessert, but don’t have time to make it, try this snack mix and you won’t be disappointed!

This bananas foster Chex mix makes a great snack or addition to any party spread! And, this is a completely naturally gluten free snack recipe!!

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• Chocolate Turtle Chex Mix Recipe
• 5 Ingredient Banana Chip Tuxedo Trail Mix
• Wisconsin Trail Mix

Bananas Foster Party Chex Mix Recipe

If you love bananas foster as much as I do, then this is the snack for you!  I seriously can’t believe how much it tastes like the traditional dessert, and turned into a party Chex mix, your guests are going to love this unique and delicious Chex mix recipe (that also happens to be a completely gluten-free snack recipe!)

4.75 from 8 votes

Print Rate

Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 5 minutes minutes

Additional Time: 30 minutes minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes minutes

Servings: 8.5 cups

Equipment

• Glass Mixing Bowl
• Sheet pan

Ingredients

• 3 cups Honey Nut Chex cereal
• 3 cups Cinnamon Chex cereal
• 2 cups pecan halves
• 1 1/2 cups dried banana chips
• 1/3 cup butter cubed (5 1/2 tablespoons)
• 1/3 cup packed brown sugar light or dark is ok
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon banana extract optional
• 1/2 teaspoon rum extract optional

Instructions

• Place the first four ingredients in a large microwave-safe bowl and set aside.
• Place the butter, brown sugar and cinnamon in a small microwave-safe bowl; microwave on high for 2 minutes, stirring once in the middle.
• Stir in extracts. Pour over the cereal mixture; toss to coat.
  
• Microwave cereal mixture on high for 3 minutes, stirring every minute.
• Spread onto baking sheets to cool.
  

Notes

The extracts are optional, but really add flavor!

I love the Bare Organic Baked Banana Chips for this recipe

Store in an airtight container.

Recipe adapted from Taste of Home - Homemade Gifts 2018 special edition

Nutrition

Serving: 3/4 cup | Calories: 468kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 19mg | Sodium: 275mg | Potassium: 302mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 835IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 113mg | Iron: 11mg