More Texas Trash
Get ready to elevate your snacking game with "More Texas Trash," the ultimate homemade party mix loaded with bold Southern flavors and irresistible crunch. This zesty blend of Chex cereal, mini pretzels, pecan halves, and cheese crackers is coated in a buttery seasoning bursting with Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, smoked paprika, and a hint of cayenne pepper for just the right amount of heat. Baked to golden perfection, this savory snack mix is crisp, flavorful, and perfect for game nights, holiday gatherings, or satisfying mid-day cravings. With minimal prep time and make-ahead convenience, "More Texas Trash" is your go-to recipe for a crowd-pleasing treat that’s easy to store and even easier to devour!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Chex cereal (combination of corn, rice, and wheat)
- 2 cups Mini pretzels
- 1 cup Pecan halves
- 1 cup Cheese crackers
- 1 cup Butter
- 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon Hot sauce (e.g., Tabasco)
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easier cleanup.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the Chex cereal, mini pretzels, pecan halves, and cheese crackers. Gently toss to mix evenly.
In a microwave-safe bowl or small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Once melted, stir in the Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper until fully combined.
Pour the seasoned butter mixture evenly over the dry ingredients in the mixing bowl. Use a large spatula to gently toss everything together, ensuring all pieces are well coated.
Spread the mixture out in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, stirring the mixture every 15 minutes to ensure even cooking and prevent burning.
Once the mixture is golden and fragrant, remove it from the oven and let it cool completely on the baking sheet. The mix will become crisper as it cools.
Transfer the cooled Texas Trash to an airtight container or serving bowl. Enjoy immediately or store for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5302 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 293.7 g | 377% | |
| Saturated Fat | 112.1 g | 560% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 528 mg | 176% | |
| Sodium | 12136 mg | 528% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 592.0 g | 215% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 36.0 g | 129% | |
| Total Sugars | 47.2 g | ||
| Protein | 63.1 g | 126% | |
| Vitamin D | 12.9 mcg | 64% | |
| Calcium | 1932 mg | 149% | |
| Iron | 64.2 mg | 357% | |
| Potassium | 2129 mg | 45% | |
*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.
