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Christmas Eve Savoury Snack Mix

Deliciously Crunchy Christmas Eve Savoury Snack Mix Made Easy

This Christmas Eve Savoury Snack Mix is a delightful holiday tradition, combining crunchy, salty goodness with a medley of savory seasonings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 8 cups
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 4 cups Shreddies Cereal Use Rice Chex as a gluten-free alternative.
  • 2 cups Mini Pretzels Try using gluten-free pretzels if needed.
  • 2 cups Salted Mixed Nuts Can substitute with your favorite nuts or seeds.
  • 2 cups Cheese Crackers Substitute with cheese-flavored rice crackers for a gluten-free option.
Seasoning Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons Garlic Powder Adjust the amount based on your flavor preference.
  • 1 tablespoon Onion Powder Fresh onions can be used for a stronger flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Dried Basil Feel free to experiment with your favorite dried herbs.
  • 1 tablespoon Dried Oregano Feel free to experiment with your favorite dried herbs.
  • 1 tablespoon Dried Parsley Feel free to experiment with your favorite dried herbs.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Red Chili Flakes Adjust according to your heat tolerance.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Use seasoned salt for an extra zing.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper Freshly ground pepper elevates the flavor significantly.
Binders
  • 1/2 cup Butter Can replace with margarine or ghee for lactose-free.
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil Substitutes like canola or avocado oil work well too.
Finishing Touch
  • 1/2 cup Balsamic Vinegar Apple cider vinegar is a good substitute.
  • 1/4 cup Rice Vinegar White wine vinegar can be used instead.
  • 1/4 cup Worcestershire Sauce For vegetarian, use a soy sauce substitute.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast serves as a vegan substitute.

Equipment

  • large baking sheet
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 250°F (121°C) and line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  2. In a spacious mixing bowl, combine Shreddies cereal, mini pretzels, salted mixed nuts, and cheese crackers.
  3. In a separate bowl, melt some butter and whisk in olive oil, balsamic vinegar, rice vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce.
  4. Pour the prepared seasoning mix over the combined cereal base and toss gently until evenly coated.
  5. Spread the seasoned snack mixture evenly across the lined baking sheet. Bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes.
  6. Once baked, remove the tray from the oven and let the mix sit for about 5 minutes. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the warm mixture and toss gently.
  7. Serve warm or allow it to cool at room temperature before storing in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Adjust spices according to taste. Package in festive bags for gifts.

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