Description
Spicy Cajun Snack Mix delivers a bold Louisiana flavor explosion with zesty seasonings dancing across crunchy pretzels and crackers. Crisp, savory bites promise a quick party-ready snack that satisfies spice cravings and delights hungry guests.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Snack Ingredients:
- 3 cups (255 g) rice or corn cereal squares (like Chex)
- 1 cup (30 g) mini pretzels
- 1 cup (150 g) cheese crackers
- 1 cup (150 g) roasted peanuts or mixed nuts
- 1 cup (50 g) bagel chips or rye chips
Seasoning Ingredients:
- ¼ cup (57 g) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) Cajun seasoning
Spice Ingredients:
- ½ teaspoon (2.5 ml) garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon (2.5 ml) onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon (1.25 ml) cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by setting the temperature to a low 250°F (120°C), creating the perfect environment for a slow, even roast.
- Gather a spacious mixing vessel and amalgamate the dry components – crisp cereal, crunchy pretzels, savory crackers, hearty nuts, and zesty chips.
- In a separate smaller container, whisk together the flavor-enhancing liquid ingredients: melted butter, tangy Worcestershire sauce, bold Cajun seasoning, aromatic garlic powder, pungent onion powder, and optional fiery cayenne for extra heat.
- Drizzle the spiced butter mixture over the dry ingredients, using a gentle folding motion to ensure each morsel receives an even, generous coating.
- Transfer the seasoned mixture onto a expansive baking sheet, meticulously spreading it into a uniform layer to guarantee consistent roasting.
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and allow the mix to transform, stirring thoroughly every quarter-hour to promote even browning and prevent burning.
- After 45 minutes of careful roasting, remove the tray and let the snack mix cool completely, allowing the flavors to meld and the texture to crisp up.
- Once cooled, store in an airtight container to maintain maximum crunchiness and preserve the robust Cajun-inspired flavor profile.
Notes
- Customize the spice level by adjusting cayenne pepper for heat-sensitive palates or adding more for spice lovers.
- Swap standard ingredients with gluten-free alternatives like rice Chex, gluten-free pretzels, and nut-based crackers to accommodate dietary restrictions.
- Toast nuts separately before mixing to enhance their natural flavors and create a deeper, richer taste profile in the snack mix.
- Store in airtight containers at room temperature for up to two weeks, ensuring crisp texture and maintaining maximum flavor intensity.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg