Super Bowl Snack Mix Nuts (Printable)

A savory blend of nuts, pretzels, cheese crackers, and crispy cereal with bold seasonings.

# What You'll Need:

→ Base

01 - 3 cups mini pretzels
02 - 2 cups roasted unsalted mixed nuts
03 - 2 cups bite-size cheese crackers
04 - 2 cups crispy corn or rice cereal squares

→ Seasoning

05 - 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
06 - 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
07 - 1½ teaspoons seasoned salt
08 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
09 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
10 - ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
11 - ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 250°F (120°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine pretzels, nuts, cheese crackers, and cereal squares.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, Worcestershire sauce, seasoned salt, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper (if using).
04 - Pour the butter mixture over the snack mix. Toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
05 - Spread the mixture in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet.
06 - Bake for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes to ensure even toasting.
07 - Remove from oven and let cool completely on the baking sheet.
08 - Once cooled, transfer to a serving bowl or airtight container.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Everything gets coated in this incredible buttery, seasoned glaze that makes every single bite addictive
  • You can make it ahead and it actually tastes better the next day, which is rare for snacks
  • The house smells amazing while it's baking, like someone who really knows what they're doing in the kitchen
02 -
  • That stirring every 15 minutes isn't optional it's what prevents the bottom from getting too dark while the top stays soft
  • The mix might feel slightly soft when you first take it out of the oven, but it crisps up beautifully as it cools
  • Don't skip the parchment paper cleanup becomes so much easier and nothing sticks to the pan
03 -
  • Mix your seasoning blend in a glass measuring cup after melting the butter less cleanup and you can pour it directly over the mix
  • If you're making this for a crowd, double the recipe but bake it in two separate pans so everything toasts evenly

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