Taco Snack Mix
Spice up your snack game with this irresistible Taco Snack Mix—a zesty, crunchy blend of Chex cereal, mini pretzels, crushed tortilla chips, cheese crackers, and dry-roasted peanuts, all coated in a bold, buttery taco seasoning. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy recipe combines classic Tex-Mex flavors with a satisfying variety of textures, making it the perfect crowd-pleasing snack for game days, parties, or movie nights. Baked to crispy perfection and lightly spiced with hot sauce and garlic powder, this snack mix is as addictive as it is versatile. Plus, it stores beautifully in an airtight container, so you can enjoy it all week long!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Chex cereal (corn or rice)
- 2 cups Mini pretzels
- 2 cups Tortilla chips (lightly crushed)
- 1 cup Cheese-flavored crackers
- 1 cup Dry-roasted peanuts
- 4 tablespoons Butter
- 2 tablespoons Taco seasoning mix
- 1 teaspoon Hot sauce
- 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat for easy cleanup.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the Chex cereal, mini pretzels, crushed tortilla chips, cheese-flavored crackers, and dry-roasted peanuts. Toss gently to evenly mix.
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter (about 30 seconds to 1 minute in the microwave). Stir in the taco seasoning mix, hot sauce, and garlic powder until fully combined.
Pour the seasoned butter mixture over the snack mix. Use a large spoon or spatula to toss the mix thoroughly, ensuring every piece is coated in the seasoning.
Spread the snack mix evenly onto the prepared baking sheet, creating a single layer for even toasting.
Bake for 15 minutes, stirring halfway through to prevent burning and to ensure even crispiness.
Remove from the oven and allow the snack mix to cool completely on the baking sheet. The mix will crisp up as it cools.
Once cooled, transfer the Taco Snack Mix to an airtight container for storage. It will stay fresh for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3994 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 165.2 g | 212% | |
| Saturated Fat | 40.2 g | 201% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 132 mg | 44% | |
| Sodium | 9434 mg | 410% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 559.2 g | 203% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 41.8 g | 149% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.7 g | ||
| Protein | 84.6 g | 169% | |
| Vitamin D | 16.2 mcg | 81% | |
| Calcium | 1471 mg | 113% | |
| Iron | 48.2 mg | 268% | |
| Potassium | 2192 mg | 47% | |
*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.
