Description
Texas Trash Mix is a flavorful and crunchy snack mix made with a combination of cereals, pretzels, peanuts, and a spiced buttery coating. Baked low and slow, this mix is perfect for parties, game days, or anytime you crave a savory, crunchy treat.
Ingredients
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Seasoned Butter Mixture
- 1 cup salted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons celery salt
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
Snack Mix
- 2 cups Cheerios
- 2 cups Corn Chex
- 2 cups Wheat Chex
- 3 cups mini pretzels
- 1½ cups peanuts
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside to prepare for baking the mix.
- Prepare Seasoned Butter: In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, Worcestershire sauce, celery salt, garlic powder, paprika, and onion powder until well combined and set aside.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the Cheerios, Corn Chex, Wheat Chex, mini pretzels, and peanuts, ensuring an even distribution of each component.
- Coat the Mix: Pour the seasoned butter mixture over the cereal and nut mix, stirring gently but thoroughly to coat all pieces evenly with the flavorful glaze.
- Bake the Mix: Spread the coated mixture in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes to ensure even cooking and that the pieces do not stick together or burn.
- Cool and Serve: After baking, remove the snack mix from the oven and let it cool completely on the baking sheet before serving or storing. This helps the mix crisp up and maintain its texture.
Notes
- Store the Texas Trash Mix in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to two weeks.
- You can substitute peanuts with other nuts like cashews or almonds for variation.
- Adjust the spices to taste, adding cayenne pepper for a spicy kick.
- Make sure to stir the mix every 15 minutes during baking to prevent burning and ensure even coating.
