Trash Snack Mix Recipe | Sweet & Salty Party Snack Mix
Trash Snack Mix is a fun, irresistible sweet-and-salty party mix made with crunchy cereal, pretzels, popcorn, nuts, and bite-sized crackers tossed in a buttery seasoned coating. Despite its playful name, this homemade snack mix is packed with delicious textures and bold flavors. Easy to customize with your favorite crunchy ingredients, it is perfect for game nights, movie nights, road trips, parties, potlucks, holiday gatherings, and casual family snacking. Bake it until golden and crisp for a savory, crunchy treat that everyone can grab by the handful.
Cooking Method
- Preheat the oven to 250°F (120°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the cereal, pretzels, cheese crackers, popcorn, mixed nuts, and corn chips.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, seasoned salt, and black pepper.
- Pour the seasoned butter mixture over the snack mix.
- Gently toss until all the ingredients are evenly coated.
- Spread the mixture evenly across the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until crisp and fragrant.
- Remove from the oven and let the mixture cool completely.
- Stir in any optional chocolate candies or dried cranberries after the mix has cooled.
- Store in an airtight container and serve at room temperature.
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