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Spicy Cheese Cracker Snack Mix

Spicy Cheese Cracker Snack Mix for Ultimate Crunchy Munching

This Spicy Cheese Cracker Snack Mix delivers bold flavor and delightful crunch, perfect for snacking or entertaining.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Base
  • 2 cups Square Cheese Crackers Adds cheese flavor and crunch; substitute with any similar cheese-flavored snack.
  • 2 cups Goldfish Cheddar Crackers Contributes extra cheese taste; use cheese-flavored goldfish or other baked cheese snacks if preferred.
  • 2 cups Fritos Introduces a corn flavor and texture; alternative options include corn chips.
  • 2 cups Mini Pretzels Provide that salty crunch; replace with other types of pretzels or crackers.
Seasoning Mixture
  • 8 tablespoons Melted Butter Acts as a binder for seasonings; substitute with vegan butter or oil.
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce Infuses umami flavor; soy sauce can be a suitable substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Dill Adds herbal notes; optional to replace with Italian seasoning.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Parsley Offers freshness; switch out for fresh parsley.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Provides savory depth; can be replaced with minced fresh garlic.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Adds savoriness; substitute with finely chopped onions.
  • 1 tablespoon Dried Chives Offers a mild onion flavor; green onions can also work.
  • 0.75 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Adds spice; adjust to taste or switch with chili powder.

Equipment

  • oven
  • mixing bowls
  • baking pans
  • parchment paper
  • spatula

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line two baking pans with parchment paper.
  2. In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, Worcestershire sauce, dried dill, garlic powder, onion powder, dried chives, salt, and cayenne pepper. Whisk until blended.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the square cheese crackers, Goldfish cheddar crackers, Fritos, and mini pretzels. Pour the seasoned butter mixture over the crackers and toss to coat.
  4. Spread the cracker mix evenly on the baking pans and bake for 10 minutes.
  5. After 10 minutes, toss the mix and return to the oven for another 10 minutes. Toss again and bake for an additional 10 minutes until golden.
  6. Allow to cool on the pans for about 5 minutes before transferring to an airtight container for storage.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks. Refrigeration can extend freshness for 3 weeks, and freezing lasts for up to 4 months.

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