Cajun Christmas Mix
Spice up your holiday celebrations with this irresistible Cajun Christmas Mix! Packed with crunchy Chex cereal, mini pretzels, buttery pecans, and cheesy crackers, this snack is coated in a bold blend of Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and a hint of optional hot sauce for a savory kick. Perfectly roasted in the oven for a golden, crispy texture, this easy crowd-pleaser takes just 10 minutes to prep and is ready to enjoy in under an hour. Serve it as a festive snack for holiday parties, game days, or gift it in cute jars for an edible present. Bursting with Cajun-inspired flavor and holiday charm, this snack mix is sure to be the star of your snack table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Chex cereal (corn or rice)
- 2 cups Mini pretzels
- 1 cup Pecans
- 1 cup Cheese crackers
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons Hot sauce (optional)
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat for easy cleanup.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the Chex cereal, mini pretzels, pecans, and cheese crackers. Toss them gently to mix.
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Once melted, stir in the Worcestershire sauce, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and hot sauce (if using). Mix well until the spices are evenly combined.
Pour the butter and spice mixture over the snack mix in the large bowl. Use a spatula or your hands to gently toss everything together until the dry ingredients are evenly coated.
Spread the coated snack mix evenly onto the prepared baking sheet, ensuring it is in a single layer for even cooking.
Bake the mix in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes to ensure even toasting and crispness.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the Christmas mix cool completely on the sheet. The mixture will become crunchier as it cools.
Once cooled, transfer the Cajun Christmas Mix to an airtight container or serving bowl. Enjoy immediately or store it at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3486 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 145.7 g | 187% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.9 g | 184% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 26.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 126 mg | 42% | |
| Sodium | 11544 mg | 502% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 491.7 g | 179% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.4 g | 119% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.7 g | ||
| Protein | 52.1 g | 104% | |
| Vitamin D | 16.0 mcg | 80% | |
| Calcium | 1344 mg | 103% | |
| Iron | 48.1 mg | 267% | |
| Potassium | 1666 mg | 35% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
