Delicious Homemade Nuts and Bolts
Crunchy, savory, and utterly irresistible, this recipe for **Delicious Homemade Nuts and Bolts** is the ultimate snack mix to satisfy every craving! Combining a medley of Chex cereal, Cheerios, mini pretzels, and mixed nuts, this crowd-pleaser is coated in a rich, buttery seasoning blend featuring Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and a hint of smoked paprika for a subtle, smoky kick. Slow-baked to golden perfection and stirred every 15 minutes for that ideal crunch, it’s the perfect treat for parties, game nights, or cozy afternoons. Easy to make in just 10 minutes of prep and customizable for your favorite flavors, this homemade snack mix is guaranteed to be a hit at any gathering. Store in an airtight container, and enjoy fresh, crunchy goodness for up to two weeks!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Chex cereal (rice, corn, or wheat, or a combo)
- 2 cups Cheerios cereal
- 2 cups Mini pretzels
- 1.5 cups Mixed nuts (unsalted or lightly salted)
- 1 cup Butter, unsalted
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Seasoned salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika (optional, for extra flavor)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C).
In a large mixing bowl, combine the Chex cereal, Cheerios, mini pretzels, and mixed nuts. Stir gently to evenly distribute the ingredients.
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Once melted, stir in the Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, seasoned salt, and smoked paprika (if using). Mix until fully combined.
Pour the butter mixture evenly over the cereal, pretzel, and nut combination. Use a large spoon or your hands to gently toss the mix, ensuring everything is well coated with the seasoning.
Spread the mixture evenly onto two large baking sheets lined with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes to ensure even toasting and to prevent burning.
Remove the baking sheets from the oven and allow the nuts and bolts to cool completely on the trays.
Once cooled, transfer the mixture to an airtight container for storage. The nuts and bolts can be kept fresh for up to 2 weeks at room temperature.
Serve as a delicious snack or share with friends and family during gatherings!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5572 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 303.5 g | 389% | |
| Saturated Fat | 134.9 g | 674% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 517 mg | 172% | |
| Sodium | 10110 mg | 440% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 642.4 g | 234% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 49.0 g | 175% | |
| Total Sugars | 46.2 g | ||
| Protein | 84.9 g | 170% | |
| Vitamin D | 14.7 mcg | 73% | |
| Calcium | 2208 mg | 170% | |
| Iron | 95.6 mg | 531% | |
| Potassium | 3054 mg | 65% | |
*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.
