Fire It Up Snack Mix
Turn up the heat with this irresistible Fire It Up Snack Mix, a bold and zesty blend of Cheerios, mini pretzels, cheddar-flavored crackers, and roasted peanuts coated in a buttery, spicy seasoning. Perfectly seasoned with hot sauce, smoked paprika, chili powder, and a kick of cayenne, this snack mix is oven-baked to crunchy perfection, making it an ideal choice for game day, parties, or anytime munching. Easy to prepare in just under an hour, this fiery, flavorful snack will have everyone reaching for seconds! Whether you’re hosting a crowd or looking for a tasty treat to accompany your favorite cold beverage, this snack mix is guaranteed to spice up any occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cheerios cereal
- 2 cups Mini pretzels
- 2 cups Cheddar-flavored crackers
- 1 cup Roasted peanuts
- 6 tablespoons Butter
- 2 tablespoons Hot sauce
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the Cheerios, mini pretzels, cheddar-flavored crackers, and roasted peanuts. Toss them together until evenly mixed.
In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Stir in the hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, smoked paprika, chili powder, cayenne pepper, and salt until fully combined.
Pour the melted butter mixture over the snack mix in the large bowl. Use a spatula or your hands to gently toss and coat the mix evenly with the spicy seasoning.
Spread the snack mix in a single layer onto the prepared baking sheet. Place it in the oven and bake for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes to ensure even toasting.
Remove the snack mix from the oven and let it cool completely on the baking sheet. The mix will crisp up as it cools.
Once cooled, transfer the Fire It Up Snack Mix to an airtight container. Store at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Enjoy your fiery snack as a great standalone treat or with your favorite cold beverage!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5308 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 289.6 g | 371% | |
| Saturated Fat | 92.4 g | 462% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 24.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 277 mg | 92% | |
| Sodium | 11479 mg | 499% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 602.9 g | 219% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 50.1 g | 179% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.3 g | ||
| Protein | 118.5 g | 237% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.0 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 822 mg | 63% | |
| Iron | 45.5 mg | 253% | |
| Potassium | 2826 mg | 60% | |
*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.
