Best Cereal Snack Mix Recipes

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CEREAL SNACK MIX



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"I grew up with this mix, and now my husband and kids eat it up until it's gone." Easy to throw together and even easier to enjoy, this tasty snack will disappear fast. Becky Larson - Duluth, MN

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 40m

Yield 3-1/4 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 10

9 cups Crispix
1 cup Cheerios
1 cup Bugles
1 cup pretzel sticks
1 cup salted peanuts
2/3 cup butter, melted
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons celery salt
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Drizzle over cereal mixture; toss to coat., Transfer to two greased 15x10x1-in. baking pans. Bake at 250° for 30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes. Cool completely on wire racks. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 194 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 459mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

CARAMEL CEREAL SNACK MIX



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I like to share this sweet snack with neighbors, friends and co-workers. My husband gets upset if I don't leave enough at home for him! -Carol Merkel, Yorkville, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 1h20m

Yield 14 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 cups Corn Pops
1 cup salted peanuts
2 cups packed brown sugar
1 cup butter, cubed
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon baking soda

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 250°. In a large bowl, combine cereal and peanuts; set aside. In a large heavy saucepan, combine the brown sugar, butter and corn syrup; bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Boil for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. , Remove from the heat. Stir in vanilla and baking soda (mixture will foam). Immediately pour over cereal mixture and toss to coat., Spread into two greased 15x10x1-in. baking pans. Bake 1 hour, stirring every 20 minutes. Cool completely on wire racks. Store in airtight containers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 306 calories, Fat 14g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 246mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (35g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

BAKED CEREAL HONEY SNACK MIX



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Betty Crocker's Heart Healthy Cookbook shares a recipe! Sesame sticks mix up with Chex® cereal and popcorn in this party pleasing snack.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Snack

Time 1h40m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups Wheat Chex™ cereal
3 cups checkerboard-shaped pretzels
2 cups popped light microwave popcorn
1 cup sesame sticks
1 cup mixed nuts
1/4 cup honey
3 tablespoons canola or soybean oil
2 tablespoons sesame seed, toasted, if desired*

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 275°. Mix cereal, pretzels, popcorn, sesame sticks and nuts in ungreased jelly roll pan, 15 1/2x10 1/2x1 inch.
  • Mix remaining ingredients in small bowl. Pour over cereal mixture, stirring until evenly coated.
  • Bake 45 minutes, stirring occasionally. Spread on waxed paper; cool about 30 minutes. Store in tightly covered container up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 440 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 0 g

MONSTER CEREAL SNACK MIX



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This easy cereal snack can be made up to 3 days in advance. Kids and adults alike will flip over the fun colors and tasty flavors.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Breakfast

Time 40m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 bag (12 oz) white chocolate baking chips (2 cups)
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
8 cups desired monster cereal (such as Frankenberry®, Boo Berry®, Count Chocula®, Yummy Mummy™ and/or Frute Brute™)
1/2 cup Halloween-colored candy sprinkles, if desired

Steps:

  • In large microwavable bowl, microwave baking chips uncovered on High 1 minute 30 seconds to 2 minutes 30 seconds, stirring every 30 seconds, until melted and smooth. Stir in oil.
  • Gently stir in cereal until evenly coated.
  • Spread on waxed paper or foil; top with Halloween sprinkles. Cool until chocolate is set, about 30 minutes. Break into chunks. Store loosely covered.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1/2 Cup, Sodium 115 mg, Sugar 14 g, TransFat 0 g

JOEL'S CEREAL SNACK MIX



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I got this recipe from our OT at school. It was a hit and is a hit every time I bring it anywhere. I took it to a girls weekend and my girlfriends couldn't keep their hands out of it! I wanted to be sure I could always find this recipe;) It works well to split the mixture into 3-4 9"x13" pans so you can stir it easily and bake.

Provided by MinnMomof2

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup butter
2 cups brown sugar
1/2 cup corn syrup
17 ounces Corn Chex or 17 ounces Crispix cereal
16 ounces dry roasted peanuts
16 ounces pretzels
2 cups M&M's plain chocolate candy

Steps:

  • Mix cereal, peanuts, and pretzels in 3-4 9x13' pans.
  • Boil first three ingredients (butter, sugar, syrup) for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • Cool 2 minutes.
  • Pour over cereal, peanuts, and pretzels.
  • Stir Well.
  • Bake at 350 F for 16 minutes stirring every 4 minutes.
  • Spread on Wax paper and break apart when cool.
  • Add M&M's to cooled mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 600.4, Fat 25.9, SaturatedFat 10.3, Cholesterol 27.3, Sodium 785.2, Carbohydrate 86.6, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 40.7, Protein 10.4

CRISPY GLAZED CORN CEREAL SNACK MIX



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Make and share this Crispy Glazed Corn Cereal Snack Mix recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h5m

Yield 30 (1/2-cup) servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (18 ounce) box crunchy corn and crispy rice cereal
2 cups brown sugar, packed
1 cup butter
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1 pinch salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 250 degrees.
  • Spray a roasting pan with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Place the cereal into the pan.
  • In a 3-quart saucepan combine brown sugar, butter and light corn syrup; cook over medium heat until the mixture comes to a boil (about 8-10 minutes) continue cooking stirring constantly for 1 minute; remove from heat, then add in baking soda and mix well.
  • Pour the syrup mixture over the cereal in the pan; toss gently until well coated.
  • Bake at 250 degrees for 40-50 minutes stirring every 15 minutes or until the coating is set.
  • Spread the mixture onto waxed paper; cool for 10 minutes then break apart.
  • Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 187.2, Fat 6.4, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 16.3, Sodium 208.1, Carbohydrate 33.2, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 16.9, Protein 1.2

BIG GAME CEREAL SNACK MIX



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This fun chocolate snack mix is inspired by basketball, with its ball-shaped cereal, malted milk balls and chocolate candies! A perfect movie-theater mix that your whole family will love!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Snack

Time 5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups Cocoa Puffs™ cereal
2 cups Cinnamon Toast Crunch™ cereal
1 cup pretzel rings (or bite-size pretzels)
1 cup chocolate-covered malted milk balls
1 cup candy-coated chocolate candies (orange, blue, yellow)

Steps:

  • In medium serving bowl, mix ingredients. Store in tightly covered container at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Carbohydrate 63 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize About 1 Cup, Sodium 290 mg, Sugar 41 g, TransFat 0 g

FRUIT & CEREAL SNACK MIX



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Tart dried cranberries and cherries are a nice contrast to the sweet cereal in this kid-friendly snack. It's a great take-along treat. -John Lancaster, Union Grove, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 2-1/2 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 cups Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal
3/4 cup dried cranberries
3/4 cup raisins
1/2 cup dried cherries
1 package (2-1/2 ounces) dried apple chips, broken into large pieces

Steps:

  • Place all ingredients in a large bowl; toss to combine. Store in airtight containers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 223 calories, Fat 5g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 162mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

FRENCH TOAST CRUNCH™ CEREAL SNACK MIX



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Enjoy your French toast by the handful with this snack mix made with French Toast Crunch™ cereal, pecans and pretzels in a maple syrup glaze.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Snack

Time 15m

Yield 22

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 cups French Toast Crunch™ cereal
3 cups Rice Chex™ cereal
1 cup small pretzel sticks
1 cup pecans
1/4 cup butter
2 tablespoons real maple syrup
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • In large bowl, stir together cereals, pretzels and pecans; set aside.
  • In small microwavable bowl, microwave butter, syrup, brown sugar and cinnamon uncovered on High 2 minutes, stirring after 1 minute.
  • Pour syrup mixture over cereal mixture; stir to coat evenly. Microwave 3 minutes, stopping to stir and scrape sides of bowl after each minute.
  • Pour on waxed paper-covered cookie sheet or tray; cool completely. Store in airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 125 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 0 g

TROLLS RAINBOW CEREAL SNACK MIX



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This delicious cereal and fruit snack mix is full of rainbow colors -- sure to be a hit with kids.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Snack

Time 25m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 oz vanilla-flavored candy coating (almond bark), coarsely chopped
1 1/2 cups Cheerios™ cereal or Honey Nut Cheerios™ cereal
2 tablespoons rainbow nonpareils
1 1/2 cups Trix™ cereal
3 packages (0.8 oz each) Trolls fruit-flavored snacks (from 8-oz box)

Steps:

  • In medium microwavable bowl, microwave candy coating uncovered on High 60 to 90 seconds, stirring after 1 minute, until almost melted. Stir until smooth.
  • Add Cheerios™ cereal to melted candy coating; mix well. Spread mixture onto parchment or waxed paper-lined work surface; sprinkle with nonpareils. Let stand 15 to 20 minutes or until set; break into bite-size pieces.
  • In another medium bowl, mix Trix™ cereal, fruit snacks and coated Cheerios™ cereal pieces.
  • Store in tightly sealed container up to 1 week at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Fat 2, ServingSize 1 Serving, TransFat 0 g

GINGERED CEREAL SNACK MIX



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Make a tropical munchie mix with whole-grain cereal, fruit mix, coconut, nuts and ginger.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Snack

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cups Oatmeal Crisp® almond cereal
1/3 cup sliced almonds
1 tablespoon chopped crystallized ginger
1 bag (7 oz) dried tropical three-fruit mix
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
2 tablespoons no-trans-fat vegetable oil spread
1/4 cup coconut

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 300°F. In large bowl, mix cereal, almonds, crystallized ginger and dried fruit.
  • In 1-quart saucepan, heat brown sugar, ground ginger and vegetable oil spread over low heat, stirring occasionally, until spread is melted; stir in coconut. Pour sugar mixture over cereal mixture; toss until evenly coated. Spread in ungreased 15x10x1-inch pan.
  • Bake 15 minutes, stirring twice. Cool 5 minutes. Store in tightly covered container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190, Carbohydrate 35 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 75 mg, Sugar 20 g, TransFat 0 g

EASY BAKE OVEN CEREAL SNACK MIX



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Use your favorite combination of cereal. I also like Honey Nut Cheerios, Rice Crispies, Honey Nut Chex, etc.

Provided by Cookin Emma

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

cooking spray
1/4 cup Honey Bunches of Oats cereal
1/4 cup Life Cereal
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon peanuts

Steps:

  • Preheat Easy Bake Oven for about 10 minutes.
  • Spray 2 Easy Bake Oven pans with cooking spray.
  • Mix the cereals together.
  • Pour honey over the top and mix.
  • Spoon half of each mixture into the two pans.
  • Sprinkle with peanuts.
  • Put one pan in the oven at a time and bake for 5 minutes or until it smells done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 96.5, Fat 2.7, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 60.7, Carbohydrate 17.6, Fiber 1, Sugar 10.9, Protein 2

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