Kitchen Divas

  • Recipes
  • About
  • Contact
  • Work With Us
  • Subscribe
menu icon
go to homepage
  • Recipes
  • About
  • Contact
  • Work With Us
  • Subscribe
    • Bloglovin
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter
    • YouTube
  • subscribe
    search icon
    Homepage link
    • Recipes
    • About
    • Contact
    • Work With Us
    • Subscribe
    • Bloglovin
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter
    • YouTube
  • ×
    Home » Blog » Dessert Recipes

    Christmas Chex Mix Recipe with M&Ms: A Fun and Festive Treat

    Published: Apr 17, 2022 · Modified: Jul 5, 2025 by Karin and Ken · This post may contain affiliate links. Leave a Comment

    Share
    Pin
    Post
    Email
    Share

    Looking for a festive and fun treat to make for Christmas? Look no further than this delicious Christmas Chex mix recipe! This recipe is easy to follow and calls for ingredients that are easily accessible. Plus, the addition of m&m's makes it extra special. So why not give it a try? Your friends and family will love it!

    Why use M&Ms in Chex Mix?

    M&Ms add a touch of fun and festivity to this classic recipe. Plus, they help to add some extra flavor and crunch. So if you're looking for something a little different, give this recipe a try! You won't be disappointed.

    Is Chex Mix healthy?

    Chex mix is a pretty healthy snack option, especially when compared to other holiday treats. It's made with whole grain cereals and nuts, and the m&m's add a little bit of sweetness without being too unhealthy. So if you're looking for a healthier option this year, give this recipe a try!

    How long does Chex Mix last?

    Chex mix will last for about two weeks if stored in an airtight container. So if you're looking to make a big batch ahead of time, this is the perfect recipe for you!

    Christmas Chex Mix is easy to make and also an inexpensive snack to make to feed a crowd. There are so many different variations of what you can put in your Christmas Chex Mix.

    Here are some of our favorite Chex Mix recipes for any occasion, not just Christmas!

    Video

    YouTube video

    Let's start with a personal favorite, Reindeer Chow. Everything you want in a treat and more. This is a bucket list kind of snack recipe if I don't say so myself.

    Birthday Cake Chex Mix
    Birthday cake Chex mix combine Rice Chex with white chocolate chips, powdered sugar, and rainbow sprinkles for a festive sweet treat.
    Get the Recipe
    A serving of birthday cake chex mix in a bowl.
    Sweet & Salty Churro Snack Mix
    This Churro Snack Mix recipe is easy to make and tastes so yummy. It takes just a few minutes to prepare and bake, so you can spend more time eating.
    Get the Recipe
    A hand holding up a piece of churro snack mix in the air.
    S'mores Snack Mix
    This S'Mores snack mix combines the classic S'Mores flavors of chocolate and marshmallows with Chex cereal, mini pretzels, and Teddy Grahams.
    Get the Recipe
    A bowl full of s'mores snack mix on table.
    Strawberry Chex Mix
    This strawberry Chex mix is a bright, fruity variation on the classic mix, with Chex, white chocolate, and strawberry Jell-O.
    Get the Recipe
    A bite of strawberry muddy buddie held in the air between two fingers.
    Reindeer Chow
    This reindeer chow recipe makes the perfect sweet and salty treat that's the ideal snack for holiday get-togethers, Christmas movie night, or decorating the tree. A winning combination of muddy buddy mix, salty pretzels, mini peanut butter cups, and mini M&Ms will make this Christmas puppy chow recipe everyone's favorite snack this holiday season.
    Get the Recipe
    Reindeer chow in a dish on a table with ribbons.
    Chocolate Cake Chex Mix
    Chocolate Cake Chex Mix is the perfect, totally addictive, crunchy, sweet, somewhat salty snack or dessert that can be easily customized to suit any holiday, event or personal taste!
    Get the Recipe
    Chocolate Cake Chex Mix.
    Easy Chocolate Chex Mix
    Easy Chocolate Chex Mix is the ultimate, easy, crispy, droolworthy, snack or dessert.  Perfect for that special someone, any time of the year!
    Get the Recipe
    Easy Chocolate Chex Mix
    Muddy Buddy Cookies
    Muddy Buddy Cookies are easy no bake cookies that the perfect blend of chocolate and peanut butter. These fun cookies are always a crowd pleaser.
    Get the Recipe
    Valentine Puppy Chow
    Try this great recipe out! Delicious Valentine's Puppy Chow, also called muddy buddy, has amazing flavor. You'll love puppy chow chex.
    Get the Recipe
    Valentine's Puppy Chow.
    Red White And Blue Trail Mix - 4th of July Snack Mix
    Red White and Blue Trail Mix recipe is homemade sweet and crunchy cereal coated in white candy coating and loaded with festive M&Ms, and salty pretzels.
    Get the Recipe
    Caramel Chex Mix
    Caramel Chex Mix is the perfect sweet and salty snack mix that the entire family will love. This crispy dessert will disappear in a blink of an eye.
    Get the Recipe
    Caramel Chex Mix.

    Whether you’re looking for a festive treat to bring to a party or just want something fun and tasty to snack on at home, these Christmas Chex Mix recipe is sure to please. With the addition of colorful M&Ms, it’s perfect for getting into the holiday spirit. So break out your mixing bowl and let’s get started!

     
    Share
    Pin
    Post
    Email
    Share

    More Dessert Recipes

    • No bake chocolate oatmeal cookies on a plate.
      No-Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies 
    • A strawberry rice krispie treat held in the air.
      Strawberry Rice Krispie Treats 
    • A wooden spoon holding some peanut butter Chex mix.
      Peanut Butter Chex Mix
    • Popcorn bars in a pan with a spatula holding one up and over the dish.
      Toffee Crunch Popcorn Bars 

    Leave a Reply Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating





    Welcome!

    We are the kitchen divas: Karin and my partner in life, Ken.

    We have been attached at the heart and hip since the first day we met, and we love to create new dishes to keep things interesting. Variety is definitely the spice of life!

    More about us

    Most Popular Summer Salads!

    • Cucumber and onion salad in vinegar in a bowl.
      Old-Fashioned Cucumbers and Onions in Vinegar
    • Cold asparagus salad on a plate with spoonful held above it.
      Easy Cold Asparagus Salad
    • Mediterranean Tortellini Caprese Salad (Costco Copycat)
    • A bowl of creamy cucumber salad.
      Creamy Cucumber Salad

    More Red, White and Blue Desserts ➡️

    Summer Favorites

    • Grandma's Old Fashioned Fruit Salad
    • A bowl of cheesecake fruit salad with a wooden spoon.
      Cheesecake Fruit Salad
    • Orange fluff salad in a teal colored bowl on a table with marshmallows and mandarin oranges around the bowl.
      Orange Fluff Salad
    • A slice of cherry cream cheese pie on a plate.
      Cherry Cream Cheese Pie (No Bake)

    More Sweet Treats ➡️

    Footer

    ↑ back to top

    About

    • About
    • Privacy Policy

    Newsletter

    • Sign up for emails and what's new!

    Contact

    • Contact
    • Work With Us

    As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

    Copyright © 2025 Kitchen Divas All Rights Reserved