Spicy Crunchy Snack Mix

Spicy Crunchy Snack Mix

A savory and spicy snack mix that combines various crunchy ingredients with a hint of sweetness and a kick of heat, perfect for any gathering or as a midday pick-me-up.

Ingredients

• 2 cups Wheat cereal squares
• 1 cup Mixed nuts
• 1 cup Oat cereal
• 1 cup Pretzels
• 1 cup Crackers
• 1/2 cup Sunflower seeds
• 1/4 cup Butter
• 1/4 cup Honey
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1/2 cup Dried cherries
• 1 piece Smoked beef stick

Method

1. Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C).
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine wheat cereal squares, a variety of mixed nuts, oat cereal, pretzels, crackers, and sunflower seeds. Set this mixture aside for later.
3. In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium-low heat. Once melted, add honey, Worcestershire sauce, salt, cayenne pepper, chili powder, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir until well combined.
4. Pour the seasoned butter mixture over the cereal blend and toss until everything is evenly coated. Spread the mixture onto a large baking sheet.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for one hour, stirring every 15 minutes to ensure even roasting. Once finished, remove from oven and let it cool completely.
6. To add a unique flavor, mix in dried cherries and chopped smoked beef stick before serving.