Best Mexican Snack Mix Recipes

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TACO-SEASONED CHEX™ MIX



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Need a quick nibble? Chex® Mix is ready in minutes for a spicy snackin' fiesta!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Snack

Time 10m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups Rice Chex™ cereal
3 cups Corn Chex™ cereal
2 cups bite-size cheese crackers
2 cups bite-size pretzel twists
1 cup salted peanuts
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons water
1 package (1 oz) Old El Paso™ taco seasoning mix

Steps:

  • In large microwavable bowl, mix cereals, crackers, pretzels and peanuts.
  • In small bowl, stir together oil, water and taco seasoning mix. Pour over cereal mixture, stirring until evenly coated.
  • Microwave uncovered on High about 5 minutes, stirring every 2 minutes, until mixture begins to brown. Spread on waxed paper or foil to cool. Store in airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 440 mg, Sugar 1 g, TransFat 0 g

MEXICAN CHEX� MIX RECIPE



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Have a crowd of munchers to satisfy? Make this festive snack mix in minutes for a fiesta with no baking required! By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Provided by Old El Paso

Categories     Appetizers     Sides and Snacks

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 bag (3.5 oz) butter-flavor microwave popcorn, popped
8 cups Corn Chex™ cereal
4 cups corn chips
2 cups bite-size cheese crackers
3 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 package (1 oz) Old El Paso™ taco seasoning mix

Steps:

  • Remove and discard unpopped kernels from popped popcorn. In 2-gallon resealable food-storage plastic bag, mix popcorn, cereal, corn chips and crackers. Drizzle with melted butter.
  • Seal bag; shake until well coated. Add cheese and taco seasoning mix. Seal bag and shake until well coated.

CHEESY SNACK MIX



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Our love for Mexican food inspired me to make party mix with taco seasoning. The flavor is so mild that it's even kid friendly. -Elizabeth Wynne, Aztec, New Mexico

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 2-1/2 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 cups Corn Chex
3 cups Rice Chex
3 cups cheddar miniature pretzels
1/4 cup butter, melted
1 envelope cheesy taco seasoning
2 cups white cheddar popcorn

Steps:

  • In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine cereal and pretzels. In a small bowl, mix melted butter and taco seasoning; drizzle over cereal mixture and toss to coat., Microwave, uncovered, on high 3-3-1/2 minutes or until heated through, stirring once every minute. Stir in popcorn. Transfer to a baking sheet to cool completely. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 151 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 362mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

TIJUANA TIDBITS



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Tortilla chips, chili powder and cayenne pepper lend to the Mexican flavor of this snack mix, while corn syrup and brown sugar add a bit of sweetness. I like to package it in holiday tins to give as gifts.-Beverly Phillips, Duncanville, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 1h20m

Yield 4-3/4 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 11

12 cups popped popcorn
4 cups bite-size tortilla chips
3 cups Crispix
1 can (11-1/2 ounces) mixed nuts
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
3 teaspoons chili powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • In a large greased roasting pan, combine the popcorn, tortilla chips, cereal and nuts. , In a small saucepan, combine the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Pour over popcorn mixture and toss to coat., Bake, uncovered, at 250° for 1 hour, stirring every 20 minutes. Cool on waxed paper. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 274 calories, Fat 18g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 319mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

MEXICAN CHEX MIX



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A Southwestern twist on a perennial favorite sure to tickle your taste buds. From the Chex Cereal Company.

Provided by Molly53

Categories     Southwestern U.S.

Time 10m

Yield 26 cups, 52 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 cups Corn Chex
4 cups corn chips
2 cups bite-size cheese crackers
1 (3 1/2 ounce) bag microwave popcorn, popped
3 tablespoons margarine or 3 tablespoons butter (not tub or spread product)
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 (1 1/4 ounce) envelope taco seasoning mix

Steps:

  • Mix dry ingredients in large resealable plastic food-storage bag or bowl.
  • Drizzle with margarine.
  • Seal bag; shake until mixture is evenly coated.
  • Add cheese and taco seasoning mix.
  • Seal bag; shake until mixture is evenly coated.

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