If you're preparing for your next gathering and want to offer a healthier snack, look no further than this collection of delicious reduced-fat party mix recipes. Developed with careful consideration of your health goals, these recipes strike the perfect balance between flavor and nutritious ingredients. Enjoy nibbling on these party favorites without any guilt.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
HEALTHY PARTY SNACK MIX
Party mix has always been a tradition in our home. I lightened my mom's recipe, replacing margarine with heart-healthy olive oil. No one even noticed. -Melissa Hansen, Rochester, Minnesota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Snacks
Time 1h15m
Yield 3-1/2 quarts.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the cereals, peanuts and pretzels. In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients; pour over cereal mixture and toss to coat., Transfer to two 15x10x1-in. baking pans coated with cooking spray. Bake at 250° for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes. Cool completely in pans on wire racks. Store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 150 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 310mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
LOW FAT PARTY MIX
Finally! A way to get the seasoning to stick to the good stuff without all that butter. You can adapt the seasonings to your liking--I always add some garlic powder.
Provided by Chef MB
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 1h40m
Yield 12 cups, 16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In large pan, mix the wheat chex, corn chex, cheerios, and pretzels. Set aside.
- In another bowl, beat your egg whites til foamy. Then add Worcestershire sauce and season salt. Mix well.
- Pour egg white mixture over cereal mixture. Stir well.
- Then lightly spray the cereal mixture with BUTTER FLAVORED NON-STICK COOKING SPRAY, stirring well.
- Place on cookie sheet and put in warm oven (250°F) for 1 1/2 hours
- Stir every 30 minutes.
- When done, take out and spread on paper towels. Sprinkle lightly with garlic salt.
- Store in an airtight container.
REDUCED-FAT PARTY MIX RECIPE
Make and share this Reduced-Fat Party Mix Recipe recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Annacia
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 1h20m
Yield 24 1/2 cup servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oven to 250°F.
- Melt margarine in large roasting pan in oven.
- Stir in seasonings.
- Gradually stir in remaining ingredients until evenly coated.
- Bake 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes. Spread on paper towels to cool.
- Store in airtight container.
- Microwave Directions:.
- Melt margarine in large, microwavable bowl, uncovered, on high.
- Stir in seasonings.
- Gradually stir in remaining ingredients until evenly coated.
- Microwave uncovered on high for 5 minutes, thoroughly stirring every 2 minutes.
- Spread on paper towels to cool.
- Store in airtight container.
- Time is approximate, since microwaves vary.
ORIGINAL CHEX™ PARTY MIX
Is it time for a party? Then it's time for Chex™ Party Mix! This crunchy, salty snack is a welcome addition to any big game celebration or holiday gathering. It's easy to pull the original Chex™ Mix recipe together yourself-feel free to add your own personal flair with sweet, salty or spicy additions.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Snack
Time 15m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In large microwavable bowl, mix cereals, nuts, pretzels and bagel chips; set aside. In small microwavable bowl, microwave butter uncovered on High about 40 seconds or until melted. Stir in seasonings. Pour over cereal mixture; stir until evenly coated.
- Microwave uncovered on High 5 to 6 minutes, thoroughly stirring every 2 minutes. Spread on paper towels to cool. Store in airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 140, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1/2 Cup, Sodium 330 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g
CHEX™ ULTIMATE TAILGATE PARTY MIX
Peanuts? Check. Popcorn? Check. Pretzels? Check. Peanut butter? Check. A winning combination of sweet and salty in one tailgate-friendly snack? Check!
Time 10m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In large serving bowl, add ingredients; mix well.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 140, Carbohydrate 19 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1/2 Cup, Sodium 125 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 0 g
Tips:
- Use a variety of cereals and pretzels to create a mix with different textures and flavors.
- Add nuts and seeds for a boost of protein and healthy fats.
- Use a light coating of olive oil or melted butter to help the seasonings adhere to the pretzels and cereal.
- Add a variety of spices and seasonings to create a mix that is flavorful and interesting.
- Bake the mix at a low temperature for a long period of time to ensure that it is crispy and evenly coated.
- Store the mix in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Conclusion:
Reduced-fat party mix is a delicious and healthy snack that is perfect for any occasion. With a variety of flavors and textures, this mix has something for everyone. It is also easy to make and can be stored for up to 2 weeks. So next time you are looking for a healthy snack, try making a batch of reduced-fat party mix.
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