Best 6 Maple Glazed Snack Mix Recipes

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With the perfect blend of sweet, salty, and crunchy, maple glazed snack mix is the perfect treat to satisfy your cravings. This delightful snack mix combines a variety of nuts, seeds, and cereals coated in a sticky-sweet maple glaze. Whether you're looking for an afternoon snack to enjoy with friends or a sweet treat to pack for your next road trip, this maple glazed snack mix is sure to be a hit. With just a few simple steps, you can easily create this delicious snack mix that is sure to become a favorite.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MAPLE-GLAZED SNACK MIX



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I haven't met a kid yet that doesn't love this mix! My three children especially enjoy it for snacks during the school year. -Cynthia Norris,Winnetka, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 55m

Yield 7-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups Corn Chex
2 cups Rice Chex
2 cups Honey-Nut Cheerios
1 cup miniature pretzels
1/2 cup pecan halves, coarsely chopped
1/3 cup maple syrup
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 250°. In a large bowl, combine cereals, pretzels and pecans. , In a small microwave-safe dish, combine maple syrup and butter. Cover and microwave on high 45 seconds or until butter is melted. Stir in vanilla. Pour over cereal mixture and toss to coat., Transfer to a 15x10x1-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes. Cool on a wire rack. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 104 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 141mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SPICY-SWEET MAPLE SNACK MIX



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Maple syrup is teamed with cayenne pepper, vinegar, and fresh thyme to flavor this addictive party-ready blend of peanuts, pepitas, crackers, pretzels, and cereal.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains

Time 2h15m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup pure maple syrup
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Kosher salt
3 cups rice or corn cereal, such as Crispix or Chex
2 cups mini pretzels
2 cups cheddar crackers or Goldfish, or a combination
1 cup roasted unsalted peanuts
1 cup pepitas

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 275 degrees. Combine maple syrup, butter, vinegar, thyme, cayenne, and 1 teaspoon salt in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, stirring, until butter has melted and mixture is combined. Remove from heat. Stir together remaining ingredients in a large bowl. Drizzle maple mixture over cereal mixture, stirring to evenly coat. Spread on a rimmed baking sheet.
  • Bake, stirring a few times, until crisp and golden, about 1 hour. Let cool completely before serving. Mix can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature up to 1 week.

MAPLE BACON SNACK MIX



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Time 40m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 cups popped popcorn
8 slices peppered bacon, cooked and chopped
3 cups mini pretzel twists
2 cups mixed roasted nuts
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 cup (2 sticks) butter
1/3 cup maple syrup
1/4 cup dark corn syrup
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
2 teaspoons maple extract

Steps:

  • Line 2 sheet pans with waxed paper, then set aside.
  • Add the popcorn, bacon, pretzels and nuts to a large bowl. Mix and set aside.
  • Add the sugar, butter, maple syrup, corn syrup and salt to a large, heavy-bottomed pot fitted with a candy thermometer and place over a medium-low heat. When the butter has melted, stir together, then turn up the heat to medium-high. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the candy thermometer reads "hard-crack stage" (300 degrees F), 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Remove from the heat and stir in the maple extract. Carefully pour over the snack mix and toss using two wooden spoons. Transfer to the prepared sheet pans and spread out to allow it to cool, about 10 minutes. Break into clusters and transfer to a large serving bowl.

MAPLE GLAZED FANCY TRAIL MIX



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A trail mix of my own creation that my family absolutely loves. I love the smell the caramelized maple syrup makes in my house when I make this. The measurements are an approximation (as well as the servings!), use your good judgment and own taste when making. Enjoy!

Provided by theAmateurPastryChef

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons butter (Earth Balance is an excellent brand) or 2 tablespoons margarine (Earth Balance is an excellent brand)
1/3 cup plain unsalted almonds
1/3 cup walnuts
1/3 cup pecans
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup maple syrup
1/3 cup unsweetened dried shredded coconut
1/4 cup pitted and chopped delgate dates
1/4 cup pitted and chopped medjool dates
1/4 cup dried sweetened cranberries
1/4 cup roasted salted sunflower seeds

Steps:

  • Melt butter in skillet.
  • Add almonds, walnuts and pecans to the butter and sprinkle salt on top. Sauté nuts until butter coats them and they begin to toast. (3 to 4 minutes).
  • Add maple syrup (will bubble up) and sauté nuts until it begins to caramelize. (about 2 to 3 minutes).
  • Sprinkle coconut on top of nuts and stir until well coated over all of the nuts.
  • Remove skillet from heat and place nuts in large bowl.
  • Stir in dates, cranberries, and sunflower seeds until well incorporated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 195.3, Fat 13.8, SaturatedFat 3.9, Cholesterol 6.1, Sodium 89.8, Carbohydrate 17.9, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 13.2, Protein 3.1

MAPLE-NUT SNACK MIX



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Maple syrup adds just the right amount of sweetness to this crunchy blend. "We take along individual plastic bags of the mix when we're fishing along the river. The pretzel "fish" seem to attract the real ones!" says Diane Nemitz of Ludington, Michigan.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 45m

Yield 3-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 cups Rice Chex
3/4 cup Goldfish pretzels
1/4 cup walnut halves
1-1/2 teaspoons sesame seeds
1/4 cup maple syrup
2 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the cereal, pretzels, walnuts and sesame seeds. Combine syrup and butter; pour over cereal mixture and toss to coat. , Transfer to a 15x10x1-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake at 250° for 40-45 minutes or until crisp, stirring occasionally. Cool on a wire rack. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 250mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

CRISPY GLAZED SNACK MIX



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Make and share this Crispy Glazed Snack Mix recipe from Food.com.

Provided by mightyro_cooking4u

Categories     Grains

Time 1h15m

Yield 36 1/2 cup

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (18 ounce) crunchy corn and rice cereal (I used Kellog's Crispix)
2 cups firmly packed brown sugar
1 cup butter (I used Land O' Lakes)
1/2 cup light corn syrup (used Karo)
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 250 degreesF. Spray roasting pan with no-stick cooking spray. Place cereal in prepared pan.
  • Combine brown sugar, butter and syrup in 3-quart saucepan. Cook over medium-heat heat until mixture comes to a boil (8 to 9 minutes). Continue cooking, stirring constantly, 1 minute. Remove from heat. Add baking soda; mix well.
  • Pour syrup mixture over cereal; toss gently until well coated. Bake for 40 to 50 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes, or until coating is set.
  • Spread mixture onto waxed paper. Cool 10 minutes. Break apart. Store in container with tight fitting lid.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 104.7, Fat 5.1, SaturatedFat 3.2, Cholesterol 13.6, Sodium 69.6, Carbohydrate 15.5, Sugar 13, Protein 0.1

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your snack mix.
  • Use a variety of nuts and seeds. This will give your snack mix a more interesting texture and flavor.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different flavors. You can add things like dried fruit, chocolate chips, or even spices to your snack mix.
  • Make sure to coat the snack mix evenly with the maple glaze. This will help to ensure that each piece is flavorful.
  • Bake the snack mix at a low temperature for a long period of time. This will help to ensure that the nuts and seeds are crispy and the glaze is set.
  • Let the snack mix cool completely before storing it. This will help to prevent the glaze from becoming sticky.

Conclusion:

Maple glazed snack mix is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With its sweet and salty flavor, this snack mix is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy snack, give this maple glazed snack mix a try. You won't be disappointed!

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