Kitchen Trash Snack Mix
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours
Servings: 24
Description:
This Kitchen Trash Snack Mix recipe is incredibly versatile and perfect for any occasion. The key to this recipe is the flavorful “juice” mixture that coats a variety of snacks. You can customize the mix to your liking—whether you prefer different nuts, omitting pretzels, or adding sesame sticks and Melba toasts. It’s a favorite in our household, especially during the festive holiday season!
Ingredients:
- 1 cup pecans
- 1 cup peanuts
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp season salt
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp Tabasco sauce
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1 1/2 boxes of assorted cereals (like Chex)
- 3 cups pretzels
- 4 cups assorted crackers
- 6-8 cups other snack items (e.g., sesame sticks, Melba toasts)
Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Prepare the Snack Mix:
- In a very large container, combine the cereals, pretzels, crackers, nuts, and any other snack items you’ve chosen. Set aside.
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Make the Flavorful “Juice”:
- In a medium saucepan, mix together the onion powder, garlic powder, season salt, Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco sauce, and melted butter. Heat over medium heat until everything is well combined and dissolved.
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Coat and Bake:
- Pour the butter mixture over the cereal mixture in the large container. Stir well to coat evenly.
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Bake the Snack Mix:
- Spread the coated snack mix onto roasting pans or large baking sheets. Bake in the preheated oven for 1 1/2 hours, stirring every 15 minutes to ensure even baking and coating.
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Cool and Store:
- Once baked, allow the snack mix to cool completely. Transfer to airtight containers for storage. It also freezes well if you want to make it ahead of time.
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Enjoy!
- Serve your Kitchen Trash Snack Mix at parties, gatherings, or simply as a delicious snack any time of the year!
This versatile recipe allows you to get creative with your snack preferences while enjoying a flavorful and crunchy treat that everyone will love. Perfect for sharing with friends and family or making a big batch for holiday festivities!
