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Spicy Cheese Cracker Snack Mix

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Ingredients

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For the Snack Mix:

  • 3 cups cheese crackers (cheddar-flavored or spicy cheese crackers)
  • 2 cups mini pretzels
  • 1 ½ cups roasted peanuts or cashews
  • 1 cup crispy corn cereal squares (such as Chex)
  • 1 cup sesame sticks or crunchy chickpeas (optional)

For the Seasoning:

  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional, for extra heat)

Instructions

Prepare the Snack Mix:

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
  2. Combine the Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cheese crackers, pretzels, nuts, cereal squares, and sesame sticks (if using). Toss to mix evenly.

Prepare the Seasoning:

  1. Melt the Butter: In a small bowl, melt the butter and mix it with olive oil.
  2. Add the Spices: Stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, chili powder, black pepper, salt, and hot sauce (if using). Mix well until fully combined.

Coat and Bake:

  1. Coat the Snack Mix: Pour the seasoning mixture over the dry ingredients. Toss well to ensure even coating.
  2. Spread on Baking Sheet: Evenly spread the seasoned snack mix onto the prepared baking sheet.
  3. Bake the Mix: Bake for 15-20 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the mix is golden and crisp.
  4. Cool Completely: Let the mix cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before serving.

Serve and Enjoy:

  1. Transfer to a Bowl: Once cooled, transfer the mix to a serving bowl or an airtight container for storage.
  2. Enjoy the Crunch: Serve immediately or store for later snacking.

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