Best 2 Reindeer Snack Mix Recipes

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Calling all reindeer enthusiasts and holiday snack lovers! Get ready to embark on a delightful culinary journey with our irresistible Reindeer Snack Mix. This festive and easy-to-make treat is sure to become a hit at your next holiday gathering or movie night. With its combination of sweet and salty flavors, this snack mix is a crowd-pleaser that will satisfy everyone's cravings. Dive into our collection of three unique Reindeer Snack Mix recipes, each offering a slightly different twist on this classic holiday treat. From the classic combination of Chex cereal, pretzels, and M&M's to the indulgent addition of white chocolate and dried cranberries, these recipes cater to a variety of tastes and preferences. So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let's create some reindeer magic in the kitchen!

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

REINDEER SNACK MIX



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This is a great updated twist on the traditional 'Nuts and Bolts' cereal snack mix.

Provided by Jennifer Dery

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Snacks     Party Mix Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups cone-shaped corn snacks (such as Bugles®)
2 cups cheese-flavored crackers (such as Cheez-It®)
2 cups small pretzels
1 cup crispy corn cereal squares (such as Corn Chex®)
1 cup mini shredded wheat cereal squares
1 cup pecan halves
½ cup butter, melted
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1 ½ teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
¾ teaspoon Cajun seasoning
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C).
  • Combine cone-shaped corn snacks, cheese crackers, pretzels, corn cereal squares, mini shredded wheat squares, and pecan halves in a large bowl. Whisk butter, maple syrup, Worcestershire sauce, Cajun seasoning, and cayenne pepper in a separate bowl. Pour butter mixture over snack mixture and toss lightly to coat. Spread mixture into a 10x15-inch jelly roll pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until snacks are lightly toasted and liquid has been absorbed, about 1 hour; stir every 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302.1 calories, Carbohydrate 32.1 g, Cholesterol 14.5 mg, Fat 18.3 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Sodium 559.9 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

REINDEER SNACK MIX



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Rudolph and his pals will be dashing, dancing and prancing to gobble up this savory snack mix. Humans also will enjoy the buttery, perfectly seasoned and wonderfully crunchy combination. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 1h10m

Yield 12 servings (about 2-1/4 quarts)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups Bugles
2 cups pretzel sticks
2 cups cheese-flavored snack crackers
1 cup bite-sized Shredded Wheat
1 cup Corn Chex
1 cup pecan halves
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1-1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
3/4 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 250°. Place first 6 ingredients in a large bowl. In a microwave, melt butter; stir in remaining ingredients. Drizzle over snack mixture; toss to combine. Transfer to an ungreased 15x10x1-in. pan., Bake 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes. Cool completely before storing in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239 calories, Fat 16g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 331mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have mini pretzels, you can use regular pretzels and break them into small pieces.
  • You can also use any type of chocolate chips you like.
  • If you want to make the snack mix even more festive, you can add some red and green sprinkles.
  • Store the snack mix in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

Reindeer Snack Mix is a delicious and easy-to-make snack that is perfect for Christmas parties or any other holiday gathering. It is also a great way to use up leftover ingredients. With its festive colors and flavors, Reindeer Snack Mix is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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