Best 8 Curried Cran Orange Snack Mix Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our Curried Cran-Orange Snack Mix, a delightful medley of sweet, tangy, and savory sensations. This irresistible snack combines the vibrant flavors of cranberries, oranges, and a hint of curry, creating a taste experience that will tantalize your taste buds. Perfectly balanced and bursting with natural goodness, our snack mix is a guilt-free indulgence that satisfies your cravings while nourishing your body.

Accompanying the star of the show are three additional recipes that cater to various dietary preferences and taste desires. The Vegan Sweet and Salty Trail Mix offers a plant-based alternative, bursting with a harmonious blend of dried fruits, nuts, and seeds. For those with a sweet tooth, the Cranberry Orange Biscotti is a delectable treat, featuring a crispy exterior and a moist, flavorful interior infused with the zest of oranges and the tartness of cranberries. And for a savory delight, the Curry Roasted Chickpeas provide a protein-packed snack that's both crunchy and aromatic, with a subtle hint of curry adding a touch of intrigue.

Whether you're seeking a healthy snack to fuel your day, a sweet treat to satisfy your cravings, or a savory nibble to accompany your favorite beverage, our curated collection of recipes has something for everyone. Dive into the world of flavors and textures, and discover the perfect snack to elevate your everyday moments.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

CRANBERRY-ORANGE CHEX™ MIX



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Give the gift of a homemade snack mix. This one may be the "berry" best you'll make!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Gifts & Decor

Time 55m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups Corn Chex™ cereal
3 cups Rice Chex™ cereal
3 cups Wheat Chex™ cereal
1 cup sliced almonds
1/4 cup butter or margarine, melted
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup frozen (thawed) orange juice concentrate
1/2 cup dried cranberries

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 300°F. In large bowl, mix cereals and almonds.
  • In microwavable measuring cup, mix butter, brown sugar and juice concentrate. Microwave uncovered on High 30 seconds; stir. Pour over cereal mixture, stirring until evenly coated. Pour into ungreased large roasting pan.
  • Bake uncovered 30 minutes, stirring after 15 minutes. Stir in cranberries. Cool completely, about 15 minutes. Store in airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140, Carbohydrate 22 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1/2 Cup, Sodium 170 mg, Sugar 8 g, TransFat 0 g

CRANBERRY ORANGE CHEX MIX



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This is so different from any other Chex mix I've tried and so simple to prepare. A co-worker shared this recipe with us after bringing it to a get-together. We all agreed that it made a great holiday munchie. The dried cranberries gives it a festive touch while the orange juice provides a refreshing citrus flavor. Be sure to use concentrate....not juice!

Provided by ugogirl

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Yield 10 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups Corn Chex
3 cups Rice Chex
3 cups Wheat Chex
1 cup sliced almonds
1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine, melted
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
1/2 cup dried cranberries

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees.
  • Mix cereals and almonds in a large bowl; set aside.
  • Microwave butter, brown sugar and orange juice*concentrate* in a 1 cup microwaveable measuring cup, uncovered, on high for 30 seconds; stir.
  • Pour butter mixture over cereal mixture; stirring until well coated.
  • Pour into a large roasting pan.
  • Bake uncovered for 30 minutes; stirring after 15 minutes.
  • Stir in cranberries; cool.
  • Store in an air-tight container or zip-lock bag.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220.7, Fat 9.6, SaturatedFat 3.4, Cholesterol 12.2, Sodium 271.7, Carbohydrate 31.9, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 11.1, Protein 4.2

CRUNCHY ORANGE SPICE SNACK MIX



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Bugles™ original flavor snacks provide great addition to crunchy snack mixes - perfect for gift giving.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Gifts & Decor

Time 1h

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 package (6 ounces) Bugles™ original flavor snacks
1 can (12 ounces) mixed nuts or peanuts
2 egg whites
2 tablespoons orange juice or water
1 1/3 cups sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 cup dried cranberries or cherries

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 275°. Grease jelly roll pan, 15 1/2x10 1/2x1 inch.
  • Mix snacks and nuts in large bowl. Beat egg whites, orange juice, sugar and cinnamon in small bowl, using wire whisk or hand beater, until foamy. Pour over snack mixture; stir until evenly coated. Spread in pan.
  • Bake uncovered 35 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes. Stir in cranberries. Bake uncovered 10 to 15 minutes or until light brown and crisp. Cool completely. Store in airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230, Carbohydrate 28 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 210 mg

CRANBERRY-ORANGE SNACK MIX



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This is an excellant snack mix for the holidays. We cook up several batches of this every year, package it up, and deliver it to friends and family. It's always a great hit. When cooking more than 2 batches at once I increase the bake time to 60 minutes to compensate for the loss of heat from opening the oven door repeatedly

Provided by Chef_Lanfear

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 cups, 14-16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups Quaker Oatmeal Squares Cereal (Cinnamon or Brown Sugar)
2 cups Corn Chex
2 cups small pretzels
1 cup whole almond
2/3 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup butter, melted
1/3 cup orange juice concentrate, thawed
3 tablespoons brown sugar (packed)
1 teaspoon ginger
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves

Steps:

  • Preheat Oven to 250 degrees.
  • In a large bowl, combine cereals, pretzels, and almonds.
  • In a small bowl, combine brown sugar and spices. Stir in melted butter and orange concentrate.
  • Pour sugar/butter mixture over cereal mixture and stir to coat evenly.
  • Pour mixture into a greased 13" x 9" baking pan and spread into an even layer.
  • Cook for 50 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and stir in dried Cranberries.
  • Cool completely.
  • Store in an airtight conatiner.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 159.2, Fat 8.8, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 8.7, Sodium 99.8, Carbohydrate 18.4, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 7.7, Protein 3.6

CURRIED CRANBERRY SNACK MIX



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Pack this easy-to-make munchie in a sleek glass or acrylic canister adorned with cotton yarn, and it'll be ready to put under the tree. Get that candy-cane brightness by winding yarn in shades of red and pink around the canister before topping with a homemade pompom. -Robin Haas, Cranston, Rhode Island

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 4 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 cups Corn Chex
3 cups Rice Chex
1 can (6 ounces) French-fried onions
2 cups miniature pretzels
1-1/2 cups honey-roasted peanuts
1/3 cup butter, cubed
3 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons honey mustard
1-1/2 teaspoons curry powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1-1/2 cups dried cranberries, divided

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Place the butter, honey, honey mustard, curry powder and garlic powder in a small microwave-safe bowl. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 1 to 1-1/2 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds or until mixture is smooth. Pour over cereal mixture and toss to coat., Place half of the mixture in a large microwave-safe bowl. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 2-3 minutes, stirring after each minute. Stir in 3/4 cup cranberries. Immediately spread onto waxed paper; cool completely. Repeat with remaining cereal and cranberries. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 234 calories, Fat 12g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 307mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

CRISPY SNACK MIX



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This recipe proves you can make just about anything in a slow cooker, even a delightfully crispy snack mix. -Jane Sims, De Leon, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 2h40m

Yield about 2-1/2 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 8

4-1/2 cups crispy chow mein noodles
4 cups Rice Chex
1 can (9-3/4 ounces) salted cashews
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted
1/2 cup butter, melted
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
2-1/4 teaspoons curry powder
3/4 teaspoon ground ginger

Steps:

  • In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the noodles, cereal, cashews and coconut. In a small bowl, whisk the butter, soy sauce, curry powder and ginger; drizzle over cereal mixture and mix well., Cover and cook on low for 2-1/2 hours, stirring every 30 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 298 calories, Fat 22g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 420mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

CRANBERRY-ORANGE CURD



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This cranberry-orange curd is not only easy to make, it makes the perfect accompaniment to baked goods and pastries over the holidays. If your prefer a smoother texture, press the cranberry mixture through a fine mesh sieve after blending in the food processor. This makes enough to fill a pint jar.

Provided by France C

Categories     Desserts     Fillings     Fruit Fillings

Time 30m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 medium orange, zested and juiced, divided
⅓ cup water, or as needed
1 (12 ounce) bag fresh cranberries
½ cup white sugar
3 egg yolks
2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Pour orange juice into a measuring cup and add enough water to make 3/4 cup liquid. Pour into a medium saucepan.
  • Add orange zest, cranberries, and sugar and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook, stirring occasionally, until cranberries have burst, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Pour cranberry mixture into a food processor or blender; blend until smooth, 10 to 20 seconds. Reserve 1/3 cup and return remaining cranberry mixture to saucepan over low heat.
  • Whisk egg yolks together in a small bowl. Slowly add reserved cranberry mixture, whisking constantly. Slowly whisk egg-cranberry mixture back into the saucepan and continue whisking for 5 minutes, or until mixture is thickened and the curd coats the back of a metal spoon. Add butter and whisk until melted and fully incorporated.
  • Pour into a sterile jar and allow to cool. Curd keeps in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 61.4 calories, Carbohydrate 10.2 g, Cholesterol 42.2 mg, Fat 2.3 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 0.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 12.3 mg, Sugar 8.1 g

CURRIED SNACK MIX



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Chewy raisins and dried cranberries are sweet surprises in a zesty mix of crunchy cereal, pretzels and cashews.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Snack

Time 1h25m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups Corn Chex™ cereal
3 cups Cheerios™ cereal
3 cups small pretzel twists
2 cups salted cashew pieces
1 cup golden raisins
1 cup sweetened dried cranberries
1/2 cup butter or margarine, melted
2 tablespoons curry powder
1 tablespoon garlic salt

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 250°F. In 15x10x1-inch pan or large roaster, mix cereals, pretzels, cashews, raisins and cranberries.
  • In small bowl, mix remaining ingredients. Pour over cereal mix; stir to coat well.
  • Bake 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes, until crispy and well coated with seasoning. Spread on waxed paper or cooking parchment paper to cool. Cool completely, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170, Carbohydrate 18 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1/2 Cup, Sodium 340 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh cranberries for the best flavor. If you can't find fresh cranberries, you can use frozen cranberries that have been thawed.
  • Be sure to rinse the cranberries well before using them.
  • You can use any type of orange juice you like, but fresh-squeezed orange juice will give you the best flavor.
  • If you don't have any orange zest, you can use 1 teaspoon of orange extract.
  • Be sure to toast the pecans before using them. This will bring out their flavor.
  • You can use any type of dried fruit you like in this recipe. Some popular options include raisins, cherries, and apricots.
  • This snack mix can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

This curried cran-orange snack mix is a delicious and healthy snack that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a healthy snack, give this curried cran-orange snack mix a try!

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