Best 7 Crunchy Italian Snack Mix Recipes

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When you're looking for a crunchy and flavorful snack that is perfect for parties, movie nights, or a quick bite, Italian snack mix is the perfect choice. This delicious treat is a combination of salty, sweet, and crunchy ingredients that are sure to please everyone. With so many different recipes to choose from, you're sure to find one that you'll love.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

CRUNCHY ITALIAN MIX



Crunchy Italian Mix image

"We love this savory mix when we get the munchies in the evening," shares Sharon Evans of Clear Lake, Iowa. "I started out fixing it for the friends in our bridge group, and now I make it for my family, too."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 55m

Yield 10 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup butter, cubed
3 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
5 cups Crispix
2 cups Cheerios
2-1/2 cups miniature pretzels
1 can (10 ounces) mixed nuts
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the butter, Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning and garlic powder. Cover and microwave until butter is melted; stir to combine. , In a large bowl, combine the cereals, pretzels, nuts and Parmesan cheese. Drizzle with butter mixture and mix well. Place in an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 250° for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 267 calories, Fat 18g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 467mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

CRUNCHY ITALIAN SNACK MIX



Crunchy Italian Snack Mix image

Every time my son visits, he asks me to make "the snack mix." It has become a requirement when we all sit down to play board games. -Sheryl Little, Sherwood, Arkansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 40m

Yield 2-1/2 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cups Rice Chex
4 cups Corn Chex
1 package (5 ounces) miniature sesame breadsticks
2 cups Goldfish cheddar crackers
1/2 cup mixed nuts
1/2 cup butter, melted
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons Italian salad dressing
1-1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300°. In a large bowl, combine cereals, breadsticks, crackers and nuts. In a small bowl, mix butter, cheese, salad dressing, Italian seasoning and garlic salt. Drizzle over cereal mixture; toss to coat., Spread in two greased 15x10x1-in. baking pans. Bake 30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes. Cool completely in pans on wire racks. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 292 calories, Fat 16g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 542mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

CRISPY ITALIAN WRAP



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 20m

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 10

One 12-inch flour tortilla
1 tablespoon prepared pesto
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan
1/4 cup baby spinach
1 tablespoon sliced pepperoncini peppers
1 tablespoon sliced green olives
1 heaping tablespoon marinara
3 frozen store-bought meatballs, thawed and halved
1/4 cup grated mozzarella
2 tablespoons salted butter

Steps:

  • Cut a straight line from the center of the tortilla to the bottom edge. Imagine the tortilla in four quadrants. Spread the pesto on the lower left quadrant, then sprinkle over the Parmesan. Lay the spinach on the upper left quadrant and top with the pepperoncini peppers and olives. Spread the marinara in the upper right quadrant and top with the meatball halves. Sprinkle the mozzarella on the final quadrant.
  • Fold the pesto quadrant onto the spinach quadrant. Fold the double layer onto the meatball quadrant, then fold onto the quadrant with the mozzarella so that you are left with a triangle.
  • Heat the butter in a nonstick skillet over a medium heat. When the butter has melted, add the tortilla and cook until golden and crisp on the outside, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Remove from the skillet and enjoy.

CRUNCHY ITALIAN MIX



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'We love this savory mix when we get the munchies in the evening,' shares Sharon Evans of Rockwell, Iowa. 'I started out fixing it for the friends in our bridge group, and now I make it for my family, too.'

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 55m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

½ cup butter or margarine
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon garlic powder
5 cups Kellog's® Crispix Cereal
2 cups Cheerios
2 ½ cups miniature pretzels
1 (11.5 ounce) can mixed nuts
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a saucepan or microwave-safe bowl, heat the first four ingredients until butter is melted; mix well. In a large bowl, combine the cereals, pretzels, nuts and Parmesan cheese. Drizzle with butter mixture and mix well. Place in an ungreased 15-in. x 10-in. x 1-in. baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 250 degrees F for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 369.1 calories, Carbohydrate 35.5 g, Cholesterol 21.8 mg, Fat 23.2 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 8.4 g, SaturatedFat 7.2 g, Sodium 702.2 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

CRUNCHY RAMEN SNACK MIX



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This spicy snack mix features toasted ramen noodles, nuts, cornflakes and freeze-dried peas.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Time 15m

Yield Makes 6 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 packages ramen, broken into small pieces (seasoning packet discarded)
1 cup raw cashews
1 cup raw peanuts
1 cup cornflakes
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 teaspoons curry powder
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon fine salt
1/2 cup fried or freeze-dried peas

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. On a rimmed baking sheet, toss ramen, cashews, peanuts, and cornflakes with oil until coated. Spread mixture in an even layer. Combine curry powder, cayenne, and salt; sprinkle over ramen mixture. Bake until golden brown, about 10 minutes, stirring halfway through. Stir in peas and let cool completely before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 152 g, Fat 10 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g

ITALIAN CHEESY CHEX® MIX



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With crisp cereal squares, pretzels, crackers and roasted soy nuts, crunchy snack mix gets zest from Italian seasoning and balsamic vinegar.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Snack

Time 1h30m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups Wheat Chex™ cereal
3 cups Rice Chex™ cereal
1 cup pretzel nuggets
2 cups small cheese-flavor crackers
1 cup salted roasted soy nuts
1/2 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons garlic salt
3 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 300°F. In large bowl, mix cereals, pretzels, crackers and soy nuts.
  • In small bowl, mix oil, vinegar, garlic salt and Italian seasoning. Pour over cereal mixture, stirring to coat. Spread in ungreased 15x10x1-inch pan.
  • Bake about 30 minutes, stirring twice, until toasted. Sprinkle with cheese; toss to coat. Cool completely, about 45 minutes. (Cereal will crisp as it cools.) Store in airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170, Carbohydrate 18 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving (1/2 Cup), Sodium 340 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g

CRUNCHY ITALIAN MIX



Crunchy Italian Mix image

'We love this savory mix when we get the munchies in the evening,' shares Sharon Evans of Rockwell, Iowa. 'I started out fixing it for the friends in our bridge group, and now I make it for my family, too.'

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 55m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

½ cup butter or margarine
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon garlic powder
5 cups Kellog's® Crispix Cereal
2 cups Cheerios
2 ½ cups miniature pretzels
1 (11.5 ounce) can mixed nuts
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a saucepan or microwave-safe bowl, heat the first four ingredients until butter is melted; mix well. In a large bowl, combine the cereals, pretzels, nuts and Parmesan cheese. Drizzle with butter mixture and mix well. Place in an ungreased 15-in. x 10-in. x 1-in. baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 250 degrees F for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 369.1 calories, Carbohydrate 35.5 g, Cholesterol 21.8 mg, Fat 23.2 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 8.4 g, SaturatedFat 7.2 g, Sodium 702.2 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

Tips:

  • Use a variety of ingredients: This will make your snack mix more flavorful and interesting. Some good options include popcorn, pretzels, crackers, nuts, seeds, dried fruit, and chocolate chips.
  • Choose healthy ingredients: If you're looking for a healthier snack mix, opt for whole-grain ingredients and unsweetened dried fruit. You can also add some protein powder or yogurt chips to boost the nutritional value.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment: There are endless possibilities when it comes to creating a crunchy Italian snack mix. Feel free to mix and match different ingredients until you find a combination that you love.
  • Make sure your snack mix is crunchy: The key to a great snack mix is the crunch factor. Make sure to include a variety of crunchy ingredients, such as popcorn, pretzels, and crackers.

Conclusion:

Crunchy Italian snack mix is a delicious and easy-to-make snack that's perfect for any occasion. It's also a great way to use up leftover ingredients. So next time you're looking for a tasty snack, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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