Chuck Wagon Mix

Get ready to wrangle some bold flavors with this savory and irresistible Chuck Wagon Mix! Perfect for road trips, game days, or casual gatherings, this homemade snack mix combines crunchy mini pretzels, Cheddar cheese crackers, roasted peanuts, smoky almonds, and corn chips, all infused with a buttery spice blend seasoned with smoked paprika, garlic, and a hint of cayenne. The addition of bacon-flavored bits takes this snack to the next level, delivering a smoky, salty kick in every handful. Baked to golden perfection in just 20 minutes, this easy, crowd-pleasing recipe is the perfect blend of salty, smoky, and savory flavors. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or packing snacks for your next adventure, this Chuck Wagon Mix is sure to be a hit!

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 2 cups mini pretzels
• 2 cups Cheddar cheese crackers
• 1 cup roasted peanuts
• 1 cup smoked almonds
• 2 cups corn chips
• 0.25 cup bacon-flavored bits
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the mini pretzels, Cheddar cheese crackers, roasted peanuts, smoked almonds, corn chips, and bacon-flavored bits. Toss gently to mix the ingredients evenly.

Step 3

In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the unsalted butter in the microwave in 20-second intervals until fully melted.

Step 4

Stir the Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper (if using) into the melted butter until well combined.

Step 5

Slowly drizzle the seasoned butter mixture over the snack mix in the bowl, tossing gently to coat all pieces evenly.

Step 6

Spread the mix in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes to ensure even toasting and coating.

Step 8

Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the Chuck Wagon Mix to cool completely on the sheet.

Step 9

Once cooled, transfer the mix to an airtight container or resealable bags for storage.

Step 10

Serve as a snack for any occasion, or pack it for road trips, hikes, or picnics!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1283.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6252.0

Total Fat 370.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 84.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 37.1g
Cholesterol 204.0mg	0%
Sodium 10832.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 640.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 56.9g	0%
Total Sugars 39.8g
Protein 156.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1479.5mg	0%
Iron 38.6mg	0%
Potassium 3652.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.1%

Protein: 9.6%

Carbs: 39.3%