Nuts and Bolts
Get ready to dive into the ultimate snack-time classic with this "Nuts and Bolts" recipe, a crowd-pleasing savory party mix that's crispy, crunchy, and absolutely irresistible! Featuring a medley of Cheerios, Rice Chex, Corn Chex, mini pretzels, and mixed nuts, this homemade snack blend is coated in a rich, buttery seasoning that combines Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and a hint of seasoned salt for a burst of bold, crave-worthy flavors. Perfectly baked till golden and toasty, this easy-to-make recipe only requires 10 minutes of prep and bakes to perfection in an hour, making it a go-to for holiday parties, game-day gatherings, or movie night indulgence. Serve it fresh, and don’t forget to store leftovers in an airtight container for a snack that stays fresh and delicious!
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Ingredients
- 3 cups Cheerios cereal
- 3 cups Rice Chex cereal
- 3 cups Corn Chex cereal
- 2 cups Mini pretzels
- 2 cups Mixed nuts
- 0.75 cup Butter
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1.5 teaspoons Seasoned salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Paprika (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C).
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine Cheerios, Rice Chex, Corn Chex, mini pretzels, and mixed nuts. Toss to combine and set aside.
Step 3
In a microwave-safe bowl or small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat.
Step 4
Once the butter is melted, stir in Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, seasoned salt, and paprika (if using) until fully combined.
Step 5
Pour the seasoned butter mixture evenly over the cereal mix, stirring thoroughly to ensure all the pieces are well-coated.
Step 6
Spread the mixture evenly across two large baking sheets.
Step 7
Bake the mixture in the preheated oven for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes to ensure even toasting.
Step 8
Once done, remove the baking sheets from the oven and allow the mix to cool completely to room temperature.
Step 9
Transfer the cooled snack mix to an airtight container or resealable bags for storage. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1158.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 5472.7 |
| Total Fat 312.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 100.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 42.6g | |
| Cholesterol 394.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 12139.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 584.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 53.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 47.2g | |
| Protein 106.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 666.9IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1772.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 101.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3442.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories