Best 3 Salty Savory Spicy Snack Mix Recipes

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**Embark on a Flavorful Journey with Our Salty, Savory, and Spicy Snack Mix Recipes**

Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our enticing selection of salty, savory, and spicy snack mixes. From the classic Chex Mix to the tantalizing Sriracha Popcorn, our recipes offer an array of taste sensations that will leave your taste buds craving more. Get ready to elevate your snacking experience with these irresistible homemade treats.

**Classic Chex Mix:** A timeless favorite, this snack mix combines the perfect balance of salty and sweet. With a combination of Chex cereal, pretzels, peanuts, and a special blend of seasonings, it's the ultimate crowd-pleaser for any occasion.

**Sriracha Popcorn:** Get ready for a spicy kick with this addictive snack mix. Popcorn is coated in a tantalizing sauce made with Sriracha, honey, and soy sauce, resulting in a sweet, savory, and slightly spicy treat that will keep you coming back for more.

**Sweet and Salty Kettle Corn:** Experience the harmonious blend of sweet and salty flavors in this unique snack mix. Kettle corn is combined with pretzels, peanuts, and a touch of sweetness, creating a delightful balance that keeps your taste buds intrigued.

**Honey Mustard Snack Mix:** For those who love a tangy and slightly sweet snack, this honey mustard snack mix is a must-try. A combination of Chex cereal, pretzels, peanuts, and a delectable honey mustard dressing makes for an irresistible treat that's perfect for any gathering.

**Wasabi Ranch Snack Mix:** Prepare yourself for a bold and flavorful adventure with this wasabi ranch snack mix. Featuring a combination of Chex cereal, pretzels, peanuts, and a zesty blend of wasabi and ranch seasonings, this mix delivers a unique and satisfying kick that will keep your senses engaged.

**Spicy Dill Pickle Snack Mix:** If you're a fan of tangy and savory snacks, this spicy dill pickle snack mix is sure to hit the spot. A blend of Chex cereal, pretzels, peanuts, and a flavorful dill pickle seasoning creates a tantalizing snack that's perfect for those who love a bit of tang.

**Conclusion:**

Embark on a culinary journey with our diverse collection of salty, savory, and spicy snack mix recipes. From the classic Chex Mix to the adventurous Sriracha Popcorn and beyond, these homemade treats are sure to satisfy your cravings and impress your friends and family. Get ready to elevate your snacking experience and indulge in a delightful symphony of flavors.

Let's cook with our recipes!

SPICY PARTY MIX



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When a recipe for a seasoned snack mix first appeared on the back of the Chex cereal box in the 1950s, people went crazy for it. Years later, a Google search for the recipe yields more than two million results for various riffs, from savory to spicy to sweet. Many call for tossing the dry ingredients with the wet, then letting the mix dry on paper towels, but baking it at a low temperature yields crisper, more flavorful results. Hot sauce gives this version a bit of a kick, but if you don't like heat, you can leave it out. View this recipe as a template to tweak as you see fit: Use crunchy, roasted edamame or green peas in place of the nuts, substitute Thai red curry paste or Sriracha for the hot sauce, or double up on whatever ingredients you like best. Keep the dry-to-wet ratios the same and you can't go wrong.

Provided by Margaux Laskey

Categories     snack, finger foods, appetizer, side dish

Time 1h30m

Yield About 15 cups

Number Of Ingredients 12

9 cups rice, corn or wheat Chex or Crispix cereal, or a combination
2 cups any kind of lightly salted nut
2 cups small pretzels
3 cups add-ins, such as cheese crackers, rice crackers, bagel chips, sesame sticks or a combination
1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 to 2 tablespoons hot sauce, plus more to taste
1 teaspoon garlic powder, plus more to taste
1 teaspoon onion powder, plus more to taste
1/4 teaspoon sweet or smoked paprika
1 1/2 teaspoons fine sea salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper, plus more to taste

Steps:

  • Arrange racks in the top and bottom thirds of the oven and heat to 250 degrees. Line two sheet pans with parchment paper.
  • Combine cereal, nuts, pretzels and add-ins in a very large bowl. In a medium, microwave-safe bowl, melt butter in the microwave in 20-second increments, about 1 minute. (You can also do this in a small saucepan over low heat on the stovetop.) Add Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt and pepper. Stir until well mixed.
  • Add half of the melted butter mixture to the cereal mixture. Gently and thoroughly fold to combine. Add the rest of the melted butter mixture and stir until evenly coated. Taste and adjust seasonings.
  • Divide the mixture evenly across the prepared pans. Bake, stirring and switching racks every 15 minutes, until crisp and slightly darkened in color, about 1 hour. Cool completely on the pans on wire racks before serving (if you can wait that long). Store in an airtight container for up to 3 weeks.

SWEET AND SALTY SNACK MIX



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This snack mix has been a family favorite for over 20 years. It's the perfect combination of sweet, salty, and crunchy. It's sure to please the whole crowd with no corn syrup and no hot oven! This makes a great gift for the holidays and also freezes really well.

Provided by MARGARET N

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Nuts and Seeds

Time 25m

Yield 17

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (12 ounce) package crispy corn and rice cereal
1 ⅓ cups pecan halves
1 ⅓ cups almonds
1 ⅓ cups cashews
1 cup sweetened flaked coconut, or more to taste
¾ cup raisins
1 stick butter
3 tablespoons butter
1 ½ cups brown sugar
½ teaspoon salt
¾ teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Place cereal, pecans, almonds, cashews, coconut, and raisins in a large brown paper bag or large microwave-safe bowl and stir or shake to mix.
  • Melt 1 stick plus 3 tablespoons butter, brown sugar, and salt in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil; simmer until thickened, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Pour over the cereal mixture and stir to coat.
  • Microwave on high in three 90-second intervals, stirring between intervals, 4 1/2 minutes total. Spread out to cool before breaking apart.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 440.5 calories, Carbohydrate 51.1 g, Cholesterol 19.7 mg, Fat 25.6 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 6.7 g, SaturatedFat 7.9 g, Sodium 372.5 mg, Sugar 28.3 g

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

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

Tips:

  • Choose the right ingredients: Use high-quality ingredients that are fresh and flavorful. This will make a big difference in the overall taste of your snack mix.
  • Use a variety of textures: Combine crunchy, salty, sweet, and savory ingredients to create a snack mix that is interesting and appealing.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment: There are endless possibilities when it comes to making snack mixes. Be creative and try different combinations of ingredients until you find one that you love.
  • Make it ahead of time: Snack mixes are great for making ahead of time. This makes them a convenient option for parties and gatherings.
  • Store it properly: Store your snack mix in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. This will help it stay fresh and crispy.

Conclusion:

Snack mixes are a delicious and easy way to satisfy your cravings. With so many different recipes to choose from, you're sure to find one that you love. So next time you're looking for a snack, try making a batch of your own homemade snack mix. You won't be disappointed!

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