Slow Cooker Snack Mix
Transform your snack game with this irresistibly crunchy and flavorful Slow Cooker Snack Mix! Made with a savory medley of Chex cereal, mini pretzels, cheese crackers, and salted peanuts, this easy recipe is elevated with a buttery coating infused with Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and a hint of seasoned salt. Optional cayenne pepper adds just the right kick for spice lovers. The magic happens in your slow cooker, where gentle, hands-off cooking ensures every bite is perfectly seasoned and crisped to perfection. Perfect for game days, parties, or an on-the-go snack, this mix comes together with just 10 minutes of prep and can be stored for up to a week—if it lasts that long!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Chex cereal (mix of rice, corn, or wheat)
- 2 cups Mini pretzels
- 2 cups Cheese crackers
- 1 cup Salted peanuts
- 0.5 cups Butter
- 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1.5 teaspoons Seasoned salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (optional, for added spice)
Instructions
In a large slow cooker, combine the Chex cereal, mini pretzels, cheese crackers, and salted peanuts. Gently mix them together to combine.
In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter (this should take about 30-40 seconds in the microwave).
Stir Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, seasoned salt, and cayenne pepper (if using) into the melted butter until well blended.
Pour the butter mixture evenly over the dry ingredients in the slow cooker. Use a large spoon or spatula to gently stir everything together, ensuring all pieces are lightly coated.
Set the slow cooker to LOW heat. Cook the snack mix uncovered for 2 hours, stirring every 20-30 minutes to prevent burning and to ensure even seasoning.
After 2 hours, test a piece for crispness. If necessary, cook in 15-minute increments until the mix reaches your desired level of crunch.
Once done, transfer the snack mix to a baking sheet or large platter to cool completely. The mix will continue to crisp as it cools.
Store the cooled mix in an airtight container for up to a week. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4792 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 219.5 g | 281% | |
| Saturated Fat | 69.0 g | 345% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 35.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 266 mg | 89% | |
| Sodium | 12844 mg | 558% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 625.4 g | 227% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 38.8 g | 139% | |
| Total Sugars | 62.2 g | ||
| Protein | 97.5 g | 195% | |
| Vitamin D | 12.4 mcg | 62% | |
| Calcium | 1975 mg | 152% | |
| Iron | 75.9 mg | 422% | |
| Potassium | 2678 mg | 57% | |
*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.
