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Million Dollar Snack Mix

Winning Million Dollar Snack Mix for Game Night Fun

This Million Dollar Snack Mix is an easy, crowd-pleasing snack perfect for game nights and gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 cups
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cups Cheez-Its Crunchy base and cheesy flavor; no substitutes for maintaining texture.
  • 2 cups Cheddar Cheese Flavored Chex Mix Adds variety in texture and taste.
  • 1 cup Nacho Cheese Flavored Bugles Contributes a unique shape and crunch.
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Goldfish Crackers Adds fun shape and cheese flavor.
  • 1 cup Mini Saltine Crackers Provide a light crunch.
  • 2 cups Pretzel Twists Introduce saltiness and crunch.
For the Flavor Boost
  • 1 cup Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese Enhances overall cheesy flavor.
  • 1 4 cup Canola Oil Binds ingredients and enhances crunch.
  • 1 tablespoon Crushed Red Pepper Adds heat; adjust to preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Provides savory depth.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Enhances flavors.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adds a hint of spice.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C) and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine Cheez-Its, Cheddar Cheese Flavored Chex Mix, Nacho Cheese Flavored Bugles, Cheddar Cheese Goldfish Crackers, mini saltines, and pretzel twists.
  3. Add freshly grated Parmesan cheese, canola oil, crushed red pepper, garlic powder, kosher salt, and black pepper to the mix.
  4. Spread the seasoned mixture evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 15 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  6. Allow the mix to cool on the baking sheet before transferring to an airtight container for storage.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 490mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store your Million Dollar Snack Mix in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks. Avoid refrigeration to maintain the crunchy texture.

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