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This Cajun Cheddar Snack Mix will soon be your go-to when hosting or for a fun lunchbox addition! With simple ingredients, you’ll have a delicious mix ready in no time.
We all love a store-bought snack mix, but it is so ridiculously simple to make that I thought I’d make my own! A mix of cheddar crackers, pretzels, and a few other crunchy bits are coated in a seasoned butter mixture then baked to crispy perfection. Plus, this is super versatile so you can adjust the seasonings as you prefer to!
I love having this mix ready when hosting. It’s a great bar snack to serve with cocktails or to just have around for easy snacking throughout a party, especially as we head into football hosting season. And while it’s a hosting hero, it’s also a lunchbox superstar. I adjust the seasoning for my kiddos’ more senstive palates, and it is still deliciously addicting.
Ingredients:
- Cheddar Crackers
- Mini Pretzels
- Bagel Chips
- Oyster Crackers
- Unsalted Butter
- Worcestershire Sauce
- Garlic Powder
- Creole Seasoning
Step-by-Step Instructions:
Step One: Prepare Oven
Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
Step Two: Combine Dry Ingredients
In a very large mixing bowl, combine the cheddar crackers, mini pretzels, bagel chips, and oyster crackers and gently toss until well combined.
Step Three: Prepare the Butter Mixture
In a small, microwave safe bowl heat the butter in the microwave in increments of 30 seconds until just melted. Add the Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and 3 teaspoons of creole seasoning and whisk until well combined.
Step Four: Toss Mixture
Pour the butter mixture over the crackers and gently mix until the crackers are evenly coated in the butter mixture. It’s a little messy, but clean hands are the best tool here.
Step Five: Bake the Snack Mix
Transfer the crackers to the prepared baking sheet and spread into a single layer. Sprinkle with the remaining 1 teaspoon creole seasoning. Transfer to the oven and bake until the crackers have absorbed the butter mixture and are lightly toasted, about 5 minutes.
Step Six: Cool and Store
Let cool completely, then store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
Recipe FAQs:
It can be! I’d recommend using a packet of ranch seasoning in place of this. See my recipe note for more information!
When stored correctly in an airtight container at room temperature, this can last up to two weeks! But I promise it won’t last that long.
I can’t wait for y’all to give this one a try! Comment below once you do!
For More Game Day bites:
Sausage Rolls with Hot Honey and Thyme
Turkey and Havarti Party Sandwiches with Dill-Pickle Mayo
Cajun Cheddar Snack Mix
Ingredients
- 3 cups cheddar crackers or Cheez Its
- 3 cups mini pretzels
- 3 cups bagel chips
- 2 cups oyster crackers
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 4 teaspoons Creole seasoning, divided (see note)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
- In a very large mixing bowl, combine the cheddar crackers, mini pretzels, bagel chips, and oyster crackers and gently toss until well combined.
- In a small, microwave safe bowl heat the butter in the microwave in increments of 30 seconds until just melted. Add the Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and 3 teaspoons of creole seasoning and whisk until well combined.
- Pour the butter mixture over the crackers and gently mix until the crackers are evenly coated in the butter mixture. It’s a little messy, but clean hands (or wearing kitchen gloves) are the best tool here.
- Transfer the crackers to the prepared baking sheet and spread into a single layer. Sprinkle with the remaining 1 teaspoon creole seasoning. Transfer to the oven and bake until the crackers have absorbed the butter mixture and are lightly toasted, about 5 minutes.
- Let cool completely, then store in an airtight container on the counter for up to 2 weeks.
Notes
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Photography and styling by Eat Love Eats.
