Best 4 Crunchy Snack Mix With Peanuts Recipes

Indulge in a delightful symphony of flavors with our crunchy snack mix, a medley of sweet, salty, and savory sensations that will tantalize your taste buds. This irresistible snack features a harmonious blend of roasted peanuts, crispy pretzels, crunchy popcorn, and a hint of tangy dried cranberries, all coated in a delectable honey-mustard dressing. For a touch of warmth, we've added a sprinkle of chili powder, creating a perfect balance of sweet heat.

In addition to the main recipe, we offer a variety of delightful variations to suit every palate. Craving a zesty kick? Try our spicy ranch version, where the honey-mustard dressing is infused with a blend of zesty spices. For those who prefer a cheesy twist, our cheddar cheese variation adds a generous helping of shredded cheddar cheese, creating a gooey, cheesy delight. And for those with a sweet tooth, our caramel corn variation combines the classic flavors of buttery caramel corn with the crunchy snack mix, resulting in a sweet and satisfying treat.

Let's cook with our recipes!

SWEET, SALTY, SPICY PARTY NUTS

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I find this technique much easier than the stovetop pan method. You'll get beautiful, perfectly frosted nuts that are roasted evenly, with no bitter burned spots.

Provided by Chef John

Categories Appetizers and Snacks Snacks Party Mix Recipes

Time 27m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

Cooking spray
1 cup untoasted walnut halves
1 cup untoasted pecan halves
1 cup unsalted, dry roasted almonds
1 cup unsalted, dry roasted cashews
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ cup white sugar
¼ cup water
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and lightly coat with cooking spray.
Combine walnut halves, pecan halves, almonds, and cashews in a large bowl. Add salt, black pepper, cumin, and cayenne pepper; toss to coat.
Heat sugar, water, and butter in a small saucepan over medium heat until the butter is melted. Cook for 1 minute and remove from heat. Slowly pour butter mixture over the bowl of nuts and stir to coat.
Transfer nuts to the prepared baking sheet and spread into a single layer.
Bake nuts in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Stir nuts until the warm syrup coats every nut. Spread into a single layer, return to the oven, and bake until nuts are sticky and roasted, about 6 minutes. Allow to cool before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219 calories, Carbohydrate 12.7 g, Cholesterol 1.9 mg, Fat 18.1 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 205.7 mg, Sugar 7.5 g

SWEET AND CRUNCHY POPCORN SNACK MIX

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This sweet and crunchy snack not only tastes great but looks so appealing that when I serve it at tailgating parties, passers-by stop and ask for the recipe.

Provided by JVAND

Categories Appetizers and Snacks Snacks Party Mix Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

waxed paper
2 cups crispy corn and rice cereal (such as Crispix®)
2 cups honey graham cereal (such as Golden Grahams®)
2 cups peanut butter corn puff cereal (such as Reese's Puffs®)
2 cups popped popcorn, or more to taste
8 ounces candy-coated milk chocolate pieces (such as M&M's®)
1 cup salted peanuts
½ cup butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup brown sugar
½ cup corn syrup
½ cup peanut butter

Steps:

Line a large baking sheet with waxed paper.
Combine crispy corn and rice cereal, honey graham cereal, peanut butter corn puff cereal, popcorn, chocolate pieces, and peanuts in a large bowl.
Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat; whisk in flour until smooth, 2 to 3 minutes. Add brown sugar and corn syrup; bring to a boil, stirring occasionally, until sugar is dissolved, about 1 minute. Stir peanut butter into sugar mixture until creamy, about 3 minutes; pour over cereal mixture and gently toss until coated.
Spread cereal mixture over prepared baking sheet and allow to cool, about 30 minutes. Once cooled, break mixture into chunks and store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291.2 calories, Carbohydrate 37.3 g, Cholesterol 13.8 mg, Fat 14.9 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 4.6 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 228.4 mg, Sugar 23.8 g

CRUNCHY PEANUT BUTTER CEREAL PARTY MIX

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Serve something crunchy at your Halloween party! Golden Grahams® cereal, Cocoa Puffs® cereal, peanuts and candies come together in this tasty snack mix - ready in 25 minutes.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Snack

Time 25m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

4 cups Golden Grahams™ cereal
2 cups Cocoa Puffs™ cereal
2 cups thin pretzel sticks (2 1/4 inch)
1 cup candy-coated peanut butter candies
1 cup dry-roasted peanuts
10 oz white chocolate baking bars or squares, chopped
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
1/2 cup powdered sugar

Steps:

In large bowl, mix cereals, pretzels, peanut butter candies and peanuts; set aside.
In 1-quart microwavable bowl, microwave white chocolate and butter uncovered on High about 1 minute, stirring once, until melted and chocolate can be stirred smooth. Pour over cereal mixture, stirring until evenly coated.
In large resealable food-storage plastic bag, toss half of the cereal mixture with 1/4 cup of the powdered sugar until evenly coated. Spread on waxed paper to cool. Repeat with remaining cereal mixture and remaining 1/4 cup powdered sugar. Store tightly covered at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291, Carbohydrate 32 g, Fat 2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 219 mg

CHESAPEAKE BAY SNACK MIX

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Old Bay Seasoning adds a spicy kick to this party-ready snack mix.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers

Time 1h

Yield Makes 12 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

6 cups crisp corn, rice cereal, such as Crispix or Chex
3 cups thin pretzel sticks
3 cups oyster crackers
2 cups roasted unsalted peanuts
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons Old Bay Seasoning
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons hot-pepper sauce, such as Tabasco

Steps:

Preheat oven to 250 degrees. In a roasting pan, combine cereal, pretzels, crackers, and peanuts. In a small bowl, mix together melted butter, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay, lemon juice, and hot-pepper sauce. Pour butter mixture over cereal mixture and stir until ingredients are completely coated. Bake 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes. Transfer mixture to two rimmed baking sheets to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 171 g, Fat 11 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5 g

Tips:

Use fresh ingredients: Stale ingredients will result in a less flavorful snack mix.
Choose your nuts and seeds wisely: Different nuts and seeds have different flavors and textures, so choose a variety that you enjoy.
Don't be afraid to experiment: There are endless possibilities when it comes to making snack mix, so feel free to get creative and try different combinations of ingredients.
Make a big batch: Snack mix is a great snack to have on hand, so it's worth making a big batch that will last for a few weeks.
Store your snack mix properly: Store your snack mix in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. This will help to keep it fresh and prevent it from going stale.

Conclusion:

Crunchy snack mix with peanuts is a delicious and easy-to-make snack that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover ingredients and it is also a great way to get your daily dose of nuts and seeds. With so many different flavor combinations to choose from, there is sure to be a snack mix that everyone will enjoy. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy snack, give this crunchy snack mix with peanuts a try.