Best 4 Reduced Fat Party Mix Recipes
Indulge in a healthier snacking experience with our reduced-fat party mix, a delightful medley of crunchy and flavorful ingredients. This guilt-free party mix is perfect for gatherings, movie nights, or as a quick and satisfying snack. With three enticing variations – Classic, Zesty Ranch, and Sweet & Spicy – this recipe caters to a range of tastes and preferences. Each mix combines wholesome grains, roasted nuts, and a symphony of seasonings to create a symphony of flavors that will keep your taste buds entertained. Get ready to elevate your snacking game with this healthier alternative that doesn't compromise on taste.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
REDUCED-FAT PARTY MIX RECIPE
Make and share this Reduced-Fat Party Mix Recipe recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Annacia
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 1h20m
Yield 24 1/2 cup servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oven to 250°F.
- Melt margarine in large roasting pan in oven.
- Stir in seasonings.
- Gradually stir in remaining ingredients until evenly coated.
- Bake 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes. Spread on paper towels to cool.
- Store in airtight container.
- Microwave Directions:.
- Melt margarine in large, microwavable bowl, uncovered, on high.
- Stir in seasonings.
- Gradually stir in remaining ingredients until evenly coated.
- Microwave uncovered on high for 5 minutes, thoroughly stirring every 2 minutes.
- Spread on paper towels to cool.
- Store in airtight container.
- Time is approximate, since microwaves vary.
LOW FAT PARTY MIX
Finally! A way to get the seasoning to stick to the good stuff without all that butter. You can adapt the seasonings to your liking--I always add some garlic powder.
Provided by Chef MB
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 1h40m
Yield 12 cups, 16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In large pan, mix the wheat chex, corn chex, cheerios, and pretzels. Set aside.
- In another bowl, beat your egg whites til foamy. Then add Worcestershire sauce and season salt. Mix well.
- Pour egg white mixture over cereal mixture. Stir well.
- Then lightly spray the cereal mixture with BUTTER FLAVORED NON-STICK COOKING SPRAY, stirring well.
- Place on cookie sheet and put in warm oven (250°F) for 1 1/2 hours
- Stir every 30 minutes.
- When done, take out and spread on paper towels. Sprinkle lightly with garlic salt.
- Store in an airtight container.
ORIGINAL CHEX™ PARTY MIX
Is it time for a party? Then it's time for Chex™ Party Mix! This crunchy, salty snack is a welcome addition to any big game celebration or holiday gathering. It's easy to pull the original Chex™ Mix recipe together yourself-feel free to add your own personal flair with sweet, salty or spicy additions.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Snack
Time 15m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In large microwavable bowl, mix cereals, nuts, pretzels and bagel chips; set aside. In small microwavable bowl, microwave butter uncovered on High about 40 seconds or until melted. Stir in seasonings. Pour over cereal mixture; stir until evenly coated.
- Microwave uncovered on High 5 to 6 minutes, thoroughly stirring every 2 minutes. Spread on paper towels to cool. Store in airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 140, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1/2 Cup, Sodium 330 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g
HOT AND SPICY CHEX™ PARTY MIX
Bring a spicy kick to your next party with the addition of red pepper sauce and cheese crackers to the classic Original Chex® Party Mix!
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Snack
Time 1h25m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oven to 250°F.
- In ungreased large roasting pan, melt butter in oven. Stir in Worcestershire sauce, seasoned salt and pepper sauce. Gradually stir in remaining ingredients until evenly coated.
- Bake uncovered 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes. Spread on paper towels to cool, about 15 minutes. Store in airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 130, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 310 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g
Tips:
- Use a variety of cereals to create a crunchy and flavorful mix. Try using a combination of whole grain cereals, such as shredded wheat, corn flakes, and bran flakes, with some puffed cereals, such as rice krispies and marshmallows.
- Add nuts and seeds for extra crunch and flavor. Some good options include almonds, peanuts, sunflower seeds, and pumpkin seeds.
- Use a variety of dried fruits for a sweet and chewy addition. Some good options include raisins, cranberries, cherries, and apricots.
- If you want a spicy mix, add some chili powder or cayenne pepper.
- If you want a cheesy mix, add some grated Parmesan or cheddar cheese.
- Be sure to mix the ingredients thoroughly before baking. This will help ensure that all of the ingredients are evenly coated in the oil and seasonings.
- Bake the mix at a low temperature for a longer period of time. This will help prevent the mix from burning and will give the flavors time to meld together.
- Let the mix cool completely before storing it in an airtight container. This will help keep the mix fresh and crunchy.
Conclusion:
This reduced-fat party 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. With a variety of cereals, nuts, seeds, and dried fruits, this mix is sure to please everyone. So next time you are looking for a healthy and satisfying snack, give this reduced-fat party mix a try.
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