Best 7 Skinny Sweet Almond Snack Mix Recipes

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Are you searching for a delectable yet wholesome sweet treat to satisfy your cravings? Look no further! We have carefully curated a selection of irresistible "skinny sweet almond snack mix" recipes that will tantalize your taste buds while keeping you on track with your health goals. These snack mixes are loaded with nutrient-packed ingredients like almonds, dried fruits, and seeds, offering a satisfying crunch and a symphony of flavors in every bite. Get ready to explore a world of sweet and healthy snacking possibilities, perfect for those moments when you need a little pick-me-up without compromising your well-being.

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

ALMOND SNACK MIX



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Sliced almonds and almond extract set this crunchy Chex mix apart. Lisa Hess, Bountiful, Utah, says, "Be forewarned...once you start eating it, you can't stop!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 5 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package (17.6 ounces) Rice Chex
2-3/4 cups sliced almonds
1 cup sugar
1 cup light corn syrup
3/4 cup butter, cubed
1 teaspoon almond extract

Steps:

  • Place cereal and almonds in a large bowl; set aside. In a heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, corn syrup and butter. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until a candy thermometer reads 250° to 266° (hard-ball stage)., Remove from the heat; stir in extract. Pour over cereal mixture; mix well. Spread onto waxed paper-lined baking sheets; cool. Toss to break apart. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 316 calories, Fat 14g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 324mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

SKINNY SWEET ALMOND SNACK MIX



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39% less calories • 40% less saturated fat than the original recipe. Coat cereal, nuts, pretzels, and dried fruit with a buttery brown sugar glaze. Pack this mix in school lunches or share it at the office.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Snack

Time 1h

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 11

Nonstick cooking spray
4 cups Corn Chex™ cereal
3 cups Rice Chex™ cereal
2 cups pretzel knots
2/3 cup sliced almonds
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup butter
2 tablespoons light-color corn syrup
1/8 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 cup dried sweetened orange-flavor cranberries
3/4 cup dried cranberries, blueberries, or cherries

Steps:

  • Lightly coat a large piece of foil with nonstick cooking spray; set aside. In a large roasting pan, toss together cereals, pretzels, and almonds; set aside.
  • Preheat oven to 300° F. In a medium saucepan, combine brown sugar, butter, and corn syrup. Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture just begins to bubble. Continue cooking at a moderate, steady rate, without stirring, for 5 minutes more. Remove saucepan from heat; stir in baking soda. Pour over cereal mixture; stir gently to coat.
  • Bake for 15 minutes; stir cereal mixture and bake for 5 minutes more. Remove from oven; stir in dried fruit. Spread on prepared foil to cool. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110, Carbohydrate 19 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 160 mg, Sugar 8 g, TransFat 0 g

SWEET PARTY MIX



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This is a great snack mix. Wherever I bring this, I am asked for the recipe. You can't stop eating it!

Provided by BOBBI POTE

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Snacks     Party Mix Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (12 ounce) package crispy corn and rice cereal
5 ounces slivered almonds
6 ounces toasted, chopped pecans
¾ cup butter
¾ cup dark corn syrup
1 ½ cups light brown sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). Lightly grease a large roasting pan.
  • In a large bowl, mix crispy corn and rice cereal, slivered almonds and toasted, chopped pecans.
  • In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and mix with dark corn syrup and light brown sugar. Pour the mixture over the crispy corn and rice cereal mixture. Stir and shake to coat all the nuts and cereal.
  • Pour the coated mixture into the prepared roasting pan. Stirring approximately every 15 minutes, cook 1 hour in the preheated oven. Cool on wax paper, and store in airtight containers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 266.9 calories, Carbohydrate 35.6 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 13.9 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 176.6 mg, Sugar 18.1 g

ALMOND SNACK MIX



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Make and share this Almond Snack Mix recipe from Food.com.

Provided by bmcnichol

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 5 quarts

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (17 5/8 ounce) package Rice Chex
2 3/4 cups sliced almonds
1 cup sugar (I use Splenda)
1 cup light corn syrup
3/4 cup butter
1 teaspoon almond extract

Steps:

  • Place cereal and almonds in a bowl.
  • In a saucepan, combine the sugar, corn syrup and butter.
  • Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until a candy thermometer reads 250° to 266° (hard-ball stage).
  • Remove from the heat and stir in extract.
  • Pour over cereal mixture and mix well.
  • Spread onto waxed paper-lined baking sheets and cool.
  • Break apart.
  • Store in an airtight container.

HEART-Y ANTIOXIDANT ALMOND SNACK MIX



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Almonds, dried cranberries, and a mix of good-for-you cereal are coated with dark chocolate in this simple snack mix.

Provided by Almond Board

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Almond Board

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups multi-grain cereal squares, such as Chex® brand
3 cups fiber cereal twigs, such as Fiber One® brand
1 cup sweetened dried cranberries
¾ cup dark chocolate morsels
¾ cup almond butter
½ cup enriched margarine spread, such as Smart Balance® brand (may use butter)
¾ cup almond flour
¼ cup sliced almonds
¾ cup confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Line a large sheet pan with waxed paper. Place cereal and dried cranberries in a large resealable plastic bag. In a microwavable bowl, add chocolate chips, almond butter and enriched margarine spread (or butter). Microwave on High heat, uncovered, for 1 minute. Stir. Microwave for another 30 seconds; remove and stir until smooth.
  • Pour chocolate mixture into plastic bag, seal and shake to coat evenly. Add almond flour, sliced almonds and confectioners sugar. Reseal and shake to coat. Spread mixture on waxed paper and cool completely. Refrigerate in an airtight container; mix can be stored for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 242.5 calories, Carbohydrate 27.2 g, Fat 15.5 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 146.9 mg, Sugar 13.9 g

SWEET SNACK MIX



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Tempt your troops with a twist on caramel corn, sent by Dee Georgiou of Omaha, Nebraska. "When I set out this nutty snack, the bowl empties fast," Dee says.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 5-6 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 5

14 cups popped popcorn
2 cups crisp rice cereal
2 cups salted peanuts
1 pound white candy coating, coarsely chopped
3 tablespoons creamy peanut butter

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the popcorn, cereal and peanuts. In a microwave, melt coating and peanut butter, stirring occasionally. , Pour over popcorn mixture; stir to coat. Spread evenly on waxed paper. Allow to set for at least 2 hours. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts :

SWEET AND SALTY SNACK MIX



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A yummy snack mix that I created for my husband because I couldn't find a mix that did not use corn syrup. This makes a smaller batch than most snack mixes out there.

Provided by eclairekat

Categories     Dessert

Time 30m

Yield 1/2 cup, 14 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/3 cup butter
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
4 cups Crispix cereal
1 cup pretzel
1 cup salted peanuts
1 cup M&M's plain chocolate candy

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Combine Crixpix, Cheerios, pretzels, and peanuts in a large bowl.
  • On the stove in a medium saucepan, melt the butter on low heat.
  • Add the brown sugar, vanilla, and cinnamon to the melted butter.
  • Cook until butter bubbles slightly.
  • Pour over the dry mixture and toss (or mix) so that everything is coated evenly.
  • Pour onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  • Bake in oven for 8 minutes.
  • Stir mixture and then bake for another 8 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and spread out onto waxed paper.
  • Allow mixture to cool, stirring and breaking up pieces as necessary.
  • Once the mixture is cool, add the M&Ms.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 332.3, Fat 16.1, SaturatedFat 5.9, Cholesterol 13.7, Sodium 466.4, Carbohydrate 42.3, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 19.3, Protein 6.8

Tips:

  • When making the almond snack mix, be sure to use raw almonds. Roasted almonds will not have the same flavor or texture.
  • If you don't have any coconut oil, you can use another type of oil, such as olive oil or avocado oil.
  • To make the snack mix even sweeter, you can add a tablespoon of honey or maple syrup.
  • If you want a more savory snack mix, you can add a teaspoon of chili powder or garlic powder.
  • Store the snack mix in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.

Conclusion:

This skinny sweet almond snack mix is a delicious and healthy snack that is perfect for on-the-go. It's made with just a few simple ingredients and is easy to make. So next time you're looking for a healthy snack, give this recipe a try!

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