Indulge your taste buds with a delightful symphony of flavors and textures in our Crunchy Peanut Butter Cereal Party Mix extravaganza! This irresistible snack combines the nostalgic charm of childhood breakfast cereals with the rich, nutty goodness of peanut butter, creating a captivating culinary experience. With a variety of recipes to choose from, this party mix caters to every palate, offering sweet, salty, and savory options that will tantalize your senses. Dive into the classic combination of peanut butter and chocolate, explore the tangy zest of lemon and lime, or embrace the warmth of cinnamon and nutmeg. Each recipe is carefully crafted to ensure a harmonious blend of flavors and textures, making this party mix the perfect companion for your next gathering or a delightful treat to savor on your own.
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CRUNCHY PEANUT CLUSTERS
Here's an ideal candy recipe for beginner cooks and an easy favorite of well-seasoned cooks. No candy thermometer is needed.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 1h15m
Yield 78
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In 4-quart saucepan, melt candy coating over medium heat, stirring frequently. Stir in peanut butter until mixture is smooth. Add remaining ingredients, stirring until completely coated.
- Drop mixture by heaping teaspoonfuls onto waxed paper or cookie sheet; sprinkle with colored sugar. Let stand until firm, about 1 hour. Store in airtight container at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 100, Carbohydrate 9 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Candy, Sodium 60 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 0 g
PEANUT BUTTER AND CHOCOLATE CEREAL TREATS
Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King
Categories dessert
Time 1h45m
Yield 24 bars
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Line a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with a piece of parchment paper, leaving 1 inch of paper hanging over each side of the dish. This will help with removing the treats later. Spray the parchment paper with nonstick spray.
- In a 6-quart Dutch oven over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the marshmallows and cook, stirring continuously, until the marshmallows are melted and the butter is incorporated, 3 to 5 minutes. Reduce the heat to low and quickly add the cereal and peanuts; stir to combine. Transfer the cereal mixture to the prepared baking dish. Lightly coat a spatula with cooking spray, then use it to spread out the cereal mixture evenly.
- Put the melted chocolate in a plastic sandwich bag (or pastry bag), cut off one corner and drizzle over the top of the cereal treats. Refrigerate, uncovered, until set, 1 to 1 1/2 hours.
- Remove the cereal treats using the parchment paper and cut into 24 bars.
CRUNCHY PEANUT BUTTER CEREAL BARS RECIPE
Steps:
- Grease a 9- by 9-inch pan. Heat butter in large saucepan (preferably non-stick) over medium-low heat until almost melted. Add marshmallows and salt and heat, stirring, until marshmallows have melted.
- Remove from heat and stir in peanut butter until combined. Stir in cereal and peanuts until combined. Immediately spread into pan and press to smooth top. Let cool until set, about 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 688 kcal, Carbohydrate 40 g, Cholesterol 8 mg, Fiber 6 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Sodium 502 mg, Sugar 18 g, Fat 53 g, ServingSize serves 9, UnsaturatedFat 0 g
PEANUT BUTTER CEREAL TREATS
Kids will love these colorful, crunchy bars. They're a fun twist on the traditional marshmallow crispy treats...and because they're so easy, older kids could whip up a batch on their own! -Christie Porter, Shipshewana, Indiana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 30m
Yield 2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, combine the marshmallows, butter and peanut butter. Cook and stir over medium-low heat until melted. Remove from the heat. Stir in the cereal and M&M's., Pat into a 13x9-in. pan coated with cooking spray. Cool. Cut into bars.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 147 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 97mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
CANDY SNACK MIX
Chock-full of raisins, peanuts and M& M's, this crunchy salty-sweet mix stays fresh for weeks. I keep it on hand to serve to unexpected guests or to fill decorative containers to give as last-minute gifts. -Mary Newsom, Grand Ridge, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Snacks
Time 15m
Yield 25 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the peanuts, cereal and raisins. In a microwave, melt the butter, candy coating and peanut butter; stir until smooth. Pour over cereal mixture and toss to coat. , Working in batches, place sugar in a large bag; add coated mixture. Close bag and shake to coat. Spread onto baking sheets; sprinkle with M&M's. When cool, store in airtight containers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 594 calories, Fat 29g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 443mg sodium, Carbohydrate 79g carbohydrate (60g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 11g protein.
SWEET 'N' SALTY PARTY MIX
These crunchy munchies are sure to rank high with your family and friends. The combination of flavors gets this sweet and salty chex mix recipe just right. -Candice Lumley, Charles City, Iowa
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Snacks
Time 1h25m
Yield about 10 quarts.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 275°. In a very large bowl, combine cereals and pretzels. In another bowl, mix the remaining ingredients until sugar is dissolved. Pour over cereal mixture; toss to coat. , Transfer to a large roasting pan. Bake, uncovered, 1-1/4 hours or until cereal is crisp, stirring every 15 minutes. Cool completely. Store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 227 calories, Fat 13g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 560mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
PUPPY CHOW
This recipe can be served as an appetizer or dessert.
Provided by Nicky
Categories Desserts Candy Recipes Chocolate Candy Recipes
Time 10m
Yield 36
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In a saucepan over low heat, melt the chocolate; add peanut butter and mix until smooth.
- Remove from heat, add cereal and stir until coated.
- Pour powdered sugar into large plastic bag, add coated cereal and shake until well coated. Store in airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 89.6 calories, Carbohydrate 14.7 g, Fat 3.2 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 69.9 mg, Sugar 8.5 g
CHEX® MUDDY BUDDIES®
Another popular name for this favorite mix is puppy food. Chow down; it's doggone good!
Provided by Chex
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Chex® Party Mix
Time 15m
Yield 18
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Into large bowl, measure cereal; set aside.
- In 1-quart microwaveable bowl, microwave chocolate chips, peanut butter and butter uncovered on High 1 minute; stir. Microwave about 30 seconds longer or until mixture can be stirred smooth. Stir in vanilla. Pour mixture over cereal, stirring until evenly coated. Pour into 2-gallon resealable food-storage plastic bag.
- Add powdered sugar. Seal bag; shake until well coated. Spread on waxed paper to cool. Store in airtight container in refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 205.8 calories, Carbohydrate 30.7 g, Cholesterol 6.8 mg, Fat 9 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 192.2 mg, Sugar 17.5 g
Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients: Fresh ingredients will give your cereal party mix the best flavor. If you can, use organic ingredients whenever possible.
- Don't be afraid to experiment: There are endless possibilities when it comes to making cereal party mix. Feel free to add or substitute ingredients to create your own unique mix.
- Make it a family activity: Making cereal party mix is a great way to get the whole family involved in the kitchen. Kids will love helping to measure ingredients, mix everything together, and taste-test the final product.
- Package it up and give it as gifts: Cereal party mix makes a great gift for friends, family, and neighbors. Package it up in cellophane bags or jars and tie it with a ribbon.
Conclusion:
Cereal party mix is a delicious and easy-to-make snack that is perfect for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a tasty treat that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy snack, give cereal party mix a try. You won't be disappointed!
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