Christmas Eve Savoury Snack Mix Recipe

Introduction

This Christmas Eve Savoury Snack Mix is the perfect crunchy treat to enjoy with family and friends during the holiday season. Packed with a delightful blend of cereals, nuts, and cheese crackers, it’s both flavorful and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

• 6 cups Shreddies Cereal (original flavour)
• 4 cups mini pretzels
• 2 cups salted mixed nuts
• 3 cups cheese crackers (Cheese Nips or Cheese Its)
• 1/2 cup butter (melted)
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 3 teaspoons dried parsley
• 1/2 teaspoon dried red chili flakes
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 cup parmesan cheese (finely grated)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 250 degrees Fahrenheit and line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil.
2. Step 2: Place the Shreddies cereal, mini pretzels, salted mixed nuts, and cheese crackers onto the baking sheet. Toss gently to combine and set aside.
3. Step 3: In a bowl, whisk together the melted butter and olive oil until well combined.
4. Step 4: Add the balsamic vinegar, rice vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, dried basil, dried oregano, dried parsley, dried red chili flakes, salt, and ground black pepper to the oil mixture. Whisk thoroughly to incorporate all the flavors.
5. Step 5: Pour the seasoned oil and butter mixture evenly over the cereal and cracker blend. Toss carefully to coat every piece with the mixture.
6. Step 6: Bake the mixture for 1 hour and 15 minutes. Every 15 minutes, remove the baking sheet and gently toss the mix to ensure even cooking.
7. Step 7: Once baking is complete, remove the snack mix from the oven and allow it to sit for 5 minutes. Then sprinkle the finely grated parmesan cheese over the top and toss again to combine.
8. Step 8: Serve the snack mix warm or at room temperature for the best flavor and crunch.

Tips & Variations

• For added heat, increase the amount of dried red chili flakes to suit your taste.
• Swap the parmesan cheese for grated Asiago or Romano for a different flavor profile.
• Use gluten-free pretzels and crackers if you need a gluten-free version.
• Mix in some roasted pumpkin seeds or sunflower seeds for extra crunch and nutrition.

Storage

After cooling, store the snack mix in a resealable bag or airtight container at room temperature. It stays fresh for up to one week. To reheat and refresh the crunch, spread it on a baking sheet and warm in a 250-degree oven for 5-7 minutes.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I prepare this snack mix ahead of time?

Yes, you can make this snack mix up to a day in advance. Store it in an airtight container to keep it fresh and toss gently before serving.

Is it possible to make this recipe with less oil and butter?

While the oil and butter help coat the mix and deliver flavor, you can reduce the quantities slightly for a lighter snack. Keep in mind that this may affect the texture and taste.

Christmas Eve Savoury Snack Mix Recipe

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A festive and flavourful Christmas Eve Savoury Snack Mix combining crunchy Shreddies cereal, mini pretzels, mixed nuts, and cheese crackers, all coated in a rich blend of butter, olive oil, herbs, and spices, then baked to perfection and sprinkled with parmesan cheese. Perfect for holiday gatherings and snacking.

• Author: mia
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
• Yield: Approximately 10 cups of snack mix 1x
• Category: Snack
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

• 6 cups Shreddies Cereal (original flavour)
• 4 cups mini pretzels
• 2 cups salted mixed nuts
• 3 cups cheese crackers (Cheese Nips or Cheese Its)
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 3 teaspoons dried parsley
• 1/2 teaspoon dried red chili flakes
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 cup parmesan cheese, finely grated

Wet Ingredients

• 1/2 cup butter, melted
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 250 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for slow baking the snack mix.
2. Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier. Place the Shreddies cereal, mini pretzels, salted mixed nuts, and cheese crackers onto the baking sheet, then toss gently to mix evenly. Set aside.
3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter and olive oil until combined.
4. Add Flavorings: Add balsamic vinegar, rice vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, dried basil, dried oregano, dried parsley, dried red chili flakes, salt, and ground black pepper to the butter and oil mixture. Whisk thoroughly to combine all flavors.
5. Coat Snack Mix: Pour the seasoned butter and oil mixture evenly over the cereal and cracker mixture on the baking sheet. Toss well to ensure all pieces are evenly coated with the flavorful mixture.
6. Bake: Bake the coated snack mix in the preheated oven for 1 hour and 15 minutes. Every 15 minutes, remove the baking sheet and gently toss the mix to promote even baking and prevent burning.
7. Finish with Parmesan: Once baked, remove the snack mix from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Then sprinkle the finely grated parmesan cheese over the top and toss to combine thoroughly.
8. Serve: Serve the savoury snack mix warm or at room temperature as a tasty holiday treat.
9. Store: After cooling completely, transfer the snack mix to a resealable bag or airtight container and store at room temperature to maintain freshness.

Notes

• Use original flavor Shreddies cereal for the best texture and taste.
• Tossing the mixture every 15 minutes during baking ensures even coating and prevents burning.
• The parmesan cheese adds a nice savory finish; sprinkle it right after baking while the mix is still warm for better adhesion.
• This snack mix can be stored at room temperature for up to one week in an airtight container.
• Adjust the amount of chili flakes according to your heat preference.
• For a gluten-free version, substitute pretzels and crackers with gluten-free alternatives.

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