Reindeer Snack Mix

Name: Reindeer Snack Mix
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Yield: 9 cups
Ingredients: 2 cups cone-shaped corn snacks (such as Bugles®); 2 cups cheese-flavored crackers (such as Cheez-It®); 2 cups small pretzels; 1 cup crispy corn cereal squares (such as Corn Chex®); 1 cup mini shredded wheat cereal squares; 1 cup pecan halves; ½ cup butter, melted; 1 tablespoon maple syrup; 1 ½ teaspoons Worcestershire sauce; ¾ teaspoon Cajun seasoning; ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Rating: 4.47 stars

38 Ratings
27 Reviews
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This is a great updated twist on the traditional 'Nuts and Bolts' cereal snack mix.

By Jennifer Dery

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Recipe Summary

prep:

15 mins

cook:

1 hr

total:

1 hr 15 mins

Servings:

Yield:

9 cups

Nutrition Info

Directions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C).

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Step 2

Combine cone-shaped corn snacks, cheese crackers, pretzels, corn cereal squares, mini shredded wheat squares, and pecan halves in a large bowl. Whisk butter, maple syrup, Worcestershire sauce, Cajun seasoning, and cayenne pepper in a separate bowl. Pour butter mixture over snack mixture and toss lightly to coat. Spread mixture into a 10x15-inch jelly roll pan.
Step 3

Bake in the preheated oven until snacks are lightly toasted and liquid has been absorbed, about 1 hour; stir every 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:

302 calories; protein 4g; carbohydrates 32.1g; fat 18.3g; cholesterol 14.5mg; sodium 559.9mg. Full Nutrition

Reviews (27)

Most helpful positive review

linda

12/07/2012

This is the best snack mix I have ever made! I did not change a thing. Read More

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(9)

Most helpful critical review

axelpaxels

01/21/2013

i like the mix of snacks in it, the bugles are a great idea! What i didn't like was that its pretty bland. i would make it again but add way more seasoning and probably some garlic salt. Read More

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(9)

38 Ratings

5 star values: 23
4 star values: 11
3 star values: 3
2 star values: 1
1 star values: 0

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linda

12/07/2012

This is the best snack mix I have ever made! I did not change a thing. Read More

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axelpaxels

01/21/2013

i like the mix of snacks in it, the bugles are a great idea! What i didn't like was that its pretty bland. i would make it again but add way more seasoning and probably some garlic salt. Read More

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(9)

MonsterKitten

12/07/2013

I've been making this for a couple of years now and have received compliments EVERY time. When I first made it I was a little worried because it hadn't even been reviewed but I wanted something different. I'm glad I gave it a shot. Now I have guys at the office getting into arguments over who gets to finish it off! Perfect recipe as is. Read More

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(6)

Denise Nalepa-Hucke

12/10/2013

I like the mix also but like axelpaxels I thought it was pretty bland and would double the seasonings the especially of Cayanne worcestershire and cajun. Also added some garlic salt. Read More

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(5)

abingtonkids

12/19/2014

I make this every year...it is a family favorite. I also use a heavy hand on the spices for more flavor. I substitute 1 cup of the pretzels and the cup of shredded wheat for 2 extra cups of chex cereal. I use wheat and corn chex. I also follow the chex mix instructions on box to microwave and can get it done in 15min! Read More

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Melissa Goff

Allstar

12/16/2012

We liked this and it was totally easy to make I like recipes like this. As not in my favor when getting the simple ingredients for this recipe at this time of year....shelves were empty. SO subbing Cheddar Bugles for the regular and the Duo Cheez-It's for the plain...are the adjustments I had to make...not by choice. But it still worked. I could say this could use some salt or garlic powder added at the end would be really good not much but just a little. And knowing how well this recipe worked and the family liked it I think personally using cheddar bugles I would reserve the cheddar bugles(or put aside) follow through the rest of the recipes as written and add the cheddar bugles after words to get that cheesy flavor. But again good recipe good flavor. Read More

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jcjennie

12/03/2012

Made this last year for Christmas. We didn't care for the cayenne so I substituted garlic salt for it. I also used Old Bay for the Cajun seasoning part. That made it a huge hit in our house. Read More

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Deanne Pizzella

02/27/2018

I doubled the spices and added an extra cup of cheese crackers. This has a kick to it but is always a big hit. Definitely need to make more of this than a sweet mix (Autumn snack mix). Read More

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(2)

sherriede2

12/24/2013

Addicting great munchie recipe. I added a little garlic salt and onion powder big hit!! Read More

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Reindeer Snack Mix

Servings Per Recipe: 18
Calories: 302.1

% Daily Value *

protein: 8 %

carbohydrates: 10 %

dietary fiber: 7 %

sugars:

fat: 28 %

saturated fat: 50 %

cholesterol: 5 %

vitamin a iu: 6 %

niacin equivalents: 15 %

vitamin b6: 7 %

vitamin c: 1 %

folate: 10 %

calcium: 3 %

iron: 12 %

magnesium: 7 %

potassium: 3 %

sodium: 22 %

thiamin: 18 %

calories from fat:

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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linda

12/07/2012

This is the best snack mix I have ever made! I did not change a thing.

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(9)

axelpaxels

01/21/2013

i like the mix of snacks in it, the bugles are a great idea! What i didn't like was that its pretty bland. i would make it again but add way more seasoning and probably some garlic salt.

Helpful

(9)

MonsterKitten

12/07/2013

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(6)

Denise Nalepa-Hucke

12/10/2013

I like the mix also but like axelpaxels I thought it was pretty bland and would double the seasonings the especially of Cayanne worcestershire and cajun. Also added some garlic salt.

Helpful

(5)

abingtonkids

12/19/2014

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(4)

Melissa Goff

Allstar

12/16/2012

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(4)

jcjennie

12/03/2012

Made this last year for Christmas. We didn't care for the cayenne so I substituted garlic salt for it. I also used Old Bay for the Cajun seasoning part. That made it a huge hit in our house.

Helpful

(4)

Deanne Pizzella

02/27/2018

I doubled the spices and added an extra cup of cheese crackers. This has a kick to it but is always a big hit. Definitely need to make more of this than a sweet mix (Autumn snack mix).

Helpful

(2)

sherriede2

12/24/2013

Addicting great munchie recipe. I added a little garlic salt and onion powder big hit!!

Helpful

(2)

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