South of the Border Party Mix
Spice up your snack game with this irresistible South of the Border Party Mix, a bold and zesty twist on classic party snacks! Packed with crispy corn and rice cereal squares, crunchy mini pretzels, tortilla chips, and salted peanuts, this mix gets its vibrant kick from a tangy blend of taco seasoning, chili powder, lime juice, and a dash of hot sauce. Baked to golden perfection, this crowd-pleasing treat is perfect for game days, gatherings, or anytime you’re craving a fiesta of flavor. Quick to prepare and easily customizable, this snack is a guaranteed hit for spice lovers and snack enthusiasts alike.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups Corn cereal squares
- 3 cups Rice cereal squares
- 2 cups Mini pretzel twists
- 2 cups Tortilla chips
- 1 cup Salted peanuts
- 1 stick Butter, melted
- 1 packet Taco seasoning mix
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Hot sauce
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C).
In a large mixing bowl, combine the corn cereal squares, rice cereal squares, mini pretzel twists, tortilla chips, and salted peanuts. Stir gently to mix evenly.
In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter in 20-second intervals until fully liquid. Add the taco seasoning mix, chili powder, lime juice, and hot sauce to the melted butter, whisking until smooth and well combined.
Gradually drizzle the seasoned butter mixture over the snack mix, tossing gently with a spatula to ensure all pieces are evenly coated.
Spread the coated mix evenly onto two large baking sheets lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes to prevent burning and promote even cooking.
Remove from the oven and let the mix cool completely on the baking sheets. It will crisp up as it cools.
Once cooled, transfer the party mix to a serving bowl or an airtight container for storage. Enjoy your South of the Border Party Mix!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4301 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 209.2 g | 268% | |
| Saturated Fat | 75.1 g | 376% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 37.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 248 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 7836 mg | 341% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 528.9 g | 192% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 40.4 g | 144% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.7 g | ||
| Protein | 86.5 g | 173% | |
| Vitamin D | 11.8 mcg | 59% | |
| Calcium | 707 mg | 54% | |
| Iron | 62.0 mg | 344% | |
| Potassium | 1946 mg | 41% | |
*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.
