Best 5 Garbage Bag Snack Mix Recipes

Searching for a delightful snack mix that's as fun to make as it is to eat? Look no further than the Garbage Bag Snack Mix! This delectable treat is a delightful combination of salty, sweet, and crunchy flavors that will satisfy any craving. And with the option of two recipes—a traditional version and a spicy version—there's something for everyone to enjoy. The traditional recipe features a mix of Chex cereal, pretzels, peanuts, M&M's, and raisins. The spicy version adds a kick with the addition of chili powder, cayenne pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes. Both mixes are easy to prepare and can be tailored to your own personal preferences. Get ready to satisfy your snack cravings with this delicious and versatile treat!

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GARBAGE BAG SNACK MIX RECIPE - (3.9/5)

Garbage Bag Snack Mix Recipe - (3.9/5) image

Provided by á-2044

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 box Crispix
1 box Cheerios
1 box Honey Nut Cheerios
1 can honey roasted peanuts
1 can mixed nuts
1 package Bugles
1 package cheese puffs
1 package pretzels
1 package cheese crackers
1 bottle Orville Redenbocker's popcorn oil
2 - 3 tablespoons garlic salt

Steps:

Pour all except cheese puffs, popcorn oil and garlic salt into double lined garbage bags. Pour 1/2 oil on top. Shake to mix. Pour remaining oil and shake to mix. Add garlic salt. Shake. Add cheese puffs. Shake. Set 24 hours, shaking every couple of hours.

GARBAGE BAG SNACK MIX

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This recipe came from a co-worker while I worked at our church. It is a wonderful mix and super easy to fix! You mix it in a garbage bag (although I now mix mine in the super large Ziploc bags -- I think they are 10 gallon size) This is a great recipe to use at holiday time!

Provided by Sonnie Otto

Categories Other Snacks

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

12 oz crispix cereal
10 oz goldfish crackers
10 oz oyster crackers
2 can(s) mixed nuts
2 bag(s) cheese combos
1 bag(s) pretzels (i use the buttery ones)
1 box cheese nips
7 1/2 oz sour cream munch'ems (or baked ritz sour cream crackers)
1 jar(s) butter flavored popcorn oil (orville redenbacher)
1 Tbsp garlic powder
1 Tbsp onion powder

Steps:

1. Place all ingredients into a garbage bag. Let stand 24 hours, mixing occasionally. (Make sure you aren't using a scented garbage bag!)

SNACK MIX

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Recived this recipe from a friend at work. It makes a large amount - 46 - 1 cup servings, so she kindly shared with all of us.

Provided by Connie Lea

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 46 1 cup servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

12 ounces pretzel sticks, buttery
12 1/4 ounces corn chips, Bugles
13 2/3 ounces crackers, Cheez-Its
13 2/3 ounces crackers, White Cheddar Cheez-Its
12 ounces crispy rice cereal, Crispex
16 ounces mixed nuts
16 ounces oil, Orville Reddenbacher butter flavored popcorn oil
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 tablespoon onion powder

Steps:

Mix first six ingredients in a paper bag or clean trash bag.
Mix popcorn oil, garlic salt and onion powder together.
Pour over first six ingredients.
Mix well and let sit overnight. Stir or shake several times.
Makes a big tupperware bowl full - and is awesome stuff.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 473.8, Fat 34.6, SaturatedFat 4.9, Sodium 577.7, Carbohydrate 36.4, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 3.7, Protein 8.9

ORVILLE SNACK MIX RECIPE - (3.8/5)

Orville Snack Mix Recipe - (3.8/5) image

Provided by DebKroon

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 bottle Orville Redenbacher butter popping oil
1 Tbls onion salt
1 tsp garlic powder
3 Tbl Hidden Valley Ranch (dry)
1 bag Crispix
1 box Goldfish crackers
1 bag Combos
Oyster Crackers
1 bag Fritos
1 bag corn chips
1 bag Doritos
1 box cheese nips
Pretzels
Your choice of nuts

Steps:

Combine onion salt, garlic powder and Hidden Valley Ranch in Orville Redenbacher oil. Shake well. Combine all other ingredients together in large bag. Pour liquid over crackers and let set overnight.

SAVORY SNACK MIX

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This is delicious! It makes a ton and is perfect for a Super Bowl party. Plan ahead. Needs to meld for 48 hours before serving.

Provided by LondonKarma

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time P2DT15m

Yield 60 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 (12 ounce) box Crispix cereal
2 (7 1/2 ounce) bags Bugles original flavor snacks
1 (9 1/2 ounce) box Ritz Bits mini peanut butter crackers
1 (9 1/2 ounce) box Ritz Bits mini cheese crackers
2 (11 1/2 ounce) cans mixed nuts
2 (9 ounce) cans shoestring potatoes
1 (15 ounce) bag small pretzels
1 (8 ounce) box vegetable crackers
1 (9 1/4 ounce) can cashews
1 (18 ounce) box cheese flavored goldfish crackers
1 (12 ounce) bottle orville redenbacher's butter-flavored oil
1 (1 ounce) package hidden valley ranch dressing mix
1 tablespoon dill weed
1 tablespoon garlic powder

Steps:

Put all ingredients listed prior to the popcorn oil into a white kitchen wastebasket size garbage bag and shake gently.
Mix together the last four ingredients and pour over the dry ingredients in the bag. Store and shake occasionally for 48 hours before serving.
Supposedly can be frozen in freezer Ziploc bags. I have never done that.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 344.4, Fat 24.2, SaturatedFat 3.9, Cholesterol 1.1, Sodium 508.6, Carbohydrate 26.7, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 2.9, Protein 9.3

Tips:

Use a variety of salty and sweet snacks to create a flavorful mix. Some popular options include pretzels, chips, popcorn, candy, and nuts.
Add some savory ingredients to balance out the sweetness, such as cheese crackers, cured meats, or roasted chickpeas.
Don't be afraid to get creative with your mix-ins. Some unique additions include dried fruit, granola, or even bacon bits.
Use a large garbage bag to mix the ingredients. This will give you plenty of room to stir everything together.
Make sure to seal the garbage bag tightly before storing it. This will help to keep the snacks fresh.

Conclusion:

Garbage bag snack mix is a fun and easy way to make a large batch of snacks for a party or gathering. It's also a great way to use up leftover snacks that you have lying around. With a little creativity, you can create a snack mix that everyone will enjoy.