Best Fiesta Snack Mix Recipes

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MARGARITA CHEX™ FIESTA MIX



Margarita Chex™ Fiesta Mix image

Classic margarita flavors of salt, lime and even a dash of tequila combine to make this jazzy snack mix. Olé!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Snack

Time 1h25m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup butter or margarine
2 tablespoons tequila
2 teaspoons seasoned salt
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)
2 envelopes instant margarita mix, from 3 1/3-oz package
4 cups Corn Chex™ cereal
3 cups Rice Chex™ cereal
2 cups Wheat Chex™ cereal
1 cup mixed nuts
1 cup bite-size pretzel twists
1 cup dried cranberries or cherries

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 250°F.
  • In ungreased large roasting pan, melt butter in oven. Stir in tequila, seasoned salt, red pepper and dry margarita mix. Stir in cereals, nuts and pretzels until evenly coated.
  • Bake 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes. Stir in cranberries. Spread on paper towels to cool, about 15 minutes. Store in airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180, Carbohydrate 23 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 3 1/2 g, ServingSize 1/2 Cup, Sodium 390 mg, Sugar 8 g, TransFat 0 g

SLOW-COOKER FIESTA RANCH CHEX™ MIX



Slow-Cooker Fiesta Ranch Chex™ Mix image

This simple slow-cooker snack mix packs big flavor with the additions of ranch and Old El Paso™ taco seasoning mix.

Provided by Corey Valley

Categories     Snack

Time 2h10m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups Corn Chex™ cereal
2 cups Wheat Chex™ cereal
4 cups small pretzel twists
2 cups bite-size corn chips
1/4 cup butter, melted
4 teaspoons dry ranch dressing mix (from 1-oz package)
2 teaspoons Old El Paso™ taco seasoning mix (from 1-oz package)

Steps:

  • In slow cooker, place both cereals. Add pretzels and corn chips.
  • In small bowl, stir together butter, taco and dressing mixes with whisk until well combined. Pour over cereal mixture; stir until evenly coated.
  • Cook uncovered on High heat setting 2 hours, stirring every 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Spread mixture on cookie sheet or tray; cool 3 to 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 260 mg, Sugar 1 g, TransFat 0 g

TEX-MEX FIESTA CHEX MIX®



Tex-Mex Fiesta Chex Mix® image

Mexican flavors adorn this great-tasting snack mix made using Chex Mix® traditional snack mix, dried fruit, nuts and seasoning. Ready in five minutes!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Snack

Time 5m

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 bag (8.75 oz) Chex Mix® traditional snack mix
1/2 cup mixed nuts
1/4 cup sweetened dried cranberries
2 tablespoons grated lime peel
1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)

Steps:

  • In medium bowl, mix all ingredients.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 350 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

RANCH SNACK MIX



Ranch Snack Mix image

This is a wonderful fast-to-fix munchie. The recipe makes tons and doesn't involve any cooking. It's a cinch to package in individual snack bags, it keeps its crunch and it's a savory alternative to the cakes and pies usually offered at bake sales. -Linda Murphy, Pulaski, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 32 servings (6 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package (12 ounces) miniature pretzels
16 cups Bugles (about 12 ounces)
1 can (10 ounces) salted cashews
1 package (6 ounces) Goldfish cheddar crackers
1 envelope ranch salad dressing mix
3/4 cup canola oil

Steps:

  • In 2 large bowls, combine the pretzels, Bugles, cashews and crackers. Sprinkle with dressing mix; toss gently to combine. Drizzle with oil; toss until well coated. Store in airtight containers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 185 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 357mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

FIESTA SNACK MIX



Fiesta Snack Mix image

Make and share this Fiesta Snack Mix recipe from Food.com.

Provided by b4uc1or2

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h

Yield 13 cups, 20-24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups corn chips
2 cups small pretzels
2 cups pumpkin seeds
2 cups oyster crackers
2 cups peanuts
2 cups multi-grain Cheerios toasted oat cereal
1 cup pecans
1/2 cup melted margarine
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons hot sauce
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon garlic

Steps:

  • .Preheat oven to 300 deg.
  • Combine corn chips, pretzels, pumpkin seeds, oyster crackers, peanuts, cheerios and pecans in a large roasting pan.
  • Combine margarine, worchestershire, sugar, garlic and hot sauce in saucepan.
  • Heat until margarine melts.
  • Pour over chips mixture and mix well.
  • Place in oven and back approximately 45 minute.
  • Stir frequently to cook evenly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 287.4, Fat 22.9, SaturatedFat 3.5, Sodium 172.5, Carbohydrate 15.8, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 4.3, Protein 8.6

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