Best 6 Toasted Snack Mix Recipes

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**Indulge in a Symphony of Flavors: Toasted Snack Mix - A Culinary Adventure Awaits**

Prepare to embark on a culinary journey like no other as we introduce you to the tantalizing world of toasted snack mixes. These delightful treats are a delectable fusion of sweet, salty, crunchy, and savory flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. From the classic combination of nuts and seeds to the unexpected blend of pretzels and candy, our collection of toasted snack mix recipes offers something for every palate.

Get ready to explore a symphony of textures and flavors as you discover the perfect snack for your next party, movie night, or simply as a satisfying treat to munch on. With a variety of options to choose from, including a sweet and salty mix, a spicy ranch mix, and a nutty and fruity mix, you'll find the perfect combination to satisfy your cravings. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on this culinary adventure together. Your taste buds will thank you!

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

RANCH SNACK MIX



Ranch Snack Mix image

This ranch snack mix is one of my favorite snack recipes that I love making for family get-togethers.

Provided by Des

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Snacks     Party Mix Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cups crispy corn and rice cereal (such as Crispix®)
2 ½ cups small pretzels
2 ½ cups cheese-flavored crackers
2 cups oyster crackers
½ cup peanuts
⅔ cup vegetable oil
1 (1 ounce) package ranch dressing mix
¼ teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 275 degrees F (135 degrees C).
  • Combine cereal, pretzels, cheese-flavored crackers, oyster crackers, and peanuts in a large bowl.
  • Whisk vegetable oil, ranch dressing mix, and garlic powder together in a small bowl. Pour over cereal mixture and stir until coated. Arrange on a large baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven, stirring gently halfway through, until toasted and fragrant, 15 to 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 194.7 calories, Carbohydrate 21.3 g, Cholesterol 0.8 mg, Fat 11 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 512.5 mg, Sugar 1 g

TOASTED PARTY MIX



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A version of the tasty cereal snack mix that can often be bought in stores. It's great for a snack or a party!

Provided by PATSYSH

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Snacks     Party Mix Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup margarine
2 teaspoons seasoning salt
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons celery salt
2 teaspoons garlic salt
2 cups crispy rice cereal squares
2 cups crispy corn cereal squares
2 cups crispy wheat cereal squares
2 cups toasted oat cereal
1 cup mini pretzel sticks
1 cup mixed nuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 275 degrees F (135 degrees C).
  • In a large roasting pan, melt margarine. Mix in seasoning salt, Worcestershire sauce, celery salt, and garlic salt.
  • Stir crispy rice, corn, wheat and oat cereals, pretzels and nuts into the butter mixture and coat well.
  • Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 171.5 calories, Carbohydrate 12.8 g, Fat 13 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 724.1 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

CRUNCHY RAMEN SNACK MIX



Crunchy Ramen Snack Mix image

This spicy snack mix features toasted ramen noodles, nuts, cornflakes and freeze-dried peas.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Time 15m

Yield Makes 6 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 packages ramen, broken into small pieces (seasoning packet discarded)
1 cup raw cashews
1 cup raw peanuts
1 cup cornflakes
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 teaspoons curry powder
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon fine salt
1/2 cup fried or freeze-dried peas

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. On a rimmed baking sheet, toss ramen, cashews, peanuts, and cornflakes with oil until coated. Spread mixture in an even layer. Combine curry powder, cayenne, and salt; sprinkle over ramen mixture. Bake until golden brown, about 10 minutes, stirring halfway through. Stir in peas and let cool completely before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 152 g, Fat 10 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g

TOASTED SNACK MIX



Toasted Snack Mix image

This easy-to-make mix of nuts, crackers, and spices is perfect for parties and game nights.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cups small cheese crackers (about 8 ounces)
4 cups oyster crackers (about 8 ounces)
4 cups thin pretzel sticks (about 8 ounces)
1 pound mixed nuts (about 4 cups)
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
2 garlic cloves, lightly crushed
1 1/2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons seasoned salt, such as Lawry's
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon hot-pepper sauce, such as Tabasco

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 275 degrees. In a shallow bowl, combine crackers, pretzels, and nuts. In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, cook butter and garlic until butter starts to bubble, about 4 minutes.
  • Add remaining ingredients to pan; stir to combine. Bring to a simmer; cook about 2 minutes. Remove from heat. Remove garlic, and discard. Drizzle butter over cracker mixture, tossing to coat.
  • Spread mixture evenly in two rimmed baking sheets. Bake until toasted and fragrant, about 30 minutes, stirring once or twice to cook evenly. Remove from oven. Serve warm or at room temperature.

SWEET, SALTY, SPICY PARTY NUTS



Sweet, Salty, Spicy Party Nuts image

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

S'MORES CHOCOLATE TOAST CRUNCH® SNACK MIX



S'mores Chocolate Toast Crunch® Snack Mix image

A s'mores snack mix, using Chocolate Toast Crunch® cereal, makes a yummy treat enjoyed by kids and adults!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Snack

Time 30m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 7

5 cups Chocolate Toast Crunch® cereal
1 cup powdered sugar
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/4 cup butter
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1 cup miniature marshmallows
1 cup (1/2-inch pieces) graham crackers

Steps:

  • In large bowl, measure cereal; set aside. In 2-gallon resealable food-storage plastic bag, add powdered sugar; set aside.
  • In small microwavable bowl, microwave 1/2 cup of the chocolate chips and the butter uncovered on High 30 to 45 seconds; stir until smooth. Stir in vanilla. Pour mixture over cereal, stirring until evenly coated. Pour into plastic bag of powdered sugar. Seal bag; shake until well coated. Spread on waxed paper to cool, about 30 minutes.
  • Add remaining 1/2 cup chocolate chips, the marshmallows and graham cracker pieces. Store in airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 55 mg, Sugar 18 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Use a large bowl to mix the ingredients so that you have plenty of room to stir.
  • Spread the snack mix out in a single layer on the baking sheet so that it will toast evenly.
  • Stir the snack mix every 5-7 minutes to prevent it from burning.
  • Let the snack mix cool completely before storing it in an airtight container.

Conclusion:

Toasted snack mix is a delicious and easy-to-make snack that is perfect for parties, potlucks, or just enjoying at home. With a variety of ingredients to choose from, you can customize the snack mix to your own taste preferences. This snack mix is a great way to use up leftover chips, pretzels, and nuts, and it is also a fun and festive treat to make with kids. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy snack, give toasted snack mix a try!

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