Jalapeno Party Mix Recipe
🕒 Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes | 🥄 Servings: 12 cups | 🍽️ Yield: 12 cups
Description:
Make your next party a hit with this spicy and flavorful Jalapeno Party Mix. Packed with a Tex-Mex flair, it’s perfect for snacking or sharing with friends and family. With a blend of crunchy bagel chips, nuts, and seeds, all coated in a zesty jalapeno-infused butter mixture, this addictive mix is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups bagel chips
- 2 cups peanuts
- 2 cups sunflower seeds
- 2 cups Fritos
- 1 1/2 cups Cheez-Its
- 1 cup pretzels
- 1 cup sesame sticks
- 1/2 cup corn nuts
- 6 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup Tabasco jalapeno sauce
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoons dried parsley flakes
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 158
- Fat: 14.8g
- Saturated Fat: 4.8g
- Cholesterol: 15.3mg
- Sodium: 142.5mg
- Carbohydrates: 3.8g
- Fiber: 1.8g
- Sugar: 0.8g
- Protein: 4.8g
Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C).
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Combine Fritos, Cheez-Its, pretzels, bagel chips, sesame sticks, peanuts, corn nuts, and sunflower seeds in a large mixing bowl.
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In a small skillet or saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the jalapeno sauce, hot pepper sauce, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper, whisking until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
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Drizzle the butter mixture over the snack mix, tossing gently to ensure that everything is evenly coated.
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Sprinkle the dried parsley flakes over the mix and toss again to combine evenly.
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Spread the snack mix in an even layer on a large shallow baking pan.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, or until the mixture is dry and crisp, stirring every 10 minutes to promote even drying.
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Remove from the oven and allow the mix to cool completely.
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Once cooled, transfer the Jalapeno Party Mix to an airtight container for storage.
Serving Suggestions:
- Enjoy this Jalapeno Party Mix as a spicy snack at parties, game nights, or movie marathons.
- Pack it in individual portions for on-the-go snacking or lunchbox treats.
- Serve alongside your favorite cold beverages or cocktails for a flavorful munching experience.
Tips:
- Adjust the amount of jalapeno sauce and cayenne pepper according to your heat preference.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
- Feel free to customize the mix by adding your favorite nuts, seeds, or snack items.
Keywords:
Grains, Fruit, Nuts, Tex Mex, Southwestern U.S., Potluck, Spicy, Christmas, Weeknight, Oven, Less than 4 Hours, Easy, Inexpensive
This Jalapeno Party Mix is a surefire way to spice up any gathering and keep your guests coming back for more!
