CHEESY SNACK MIX

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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/4 cup popcorn kernels
2 cups crisp rice-and-corn cereal (such as Crispix)
1 1/2 cups salted sesame sticks
1 1/2 cups cheddar-filled pretzel sandwiches
1 stick unsalted butter
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon mustard powder
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon paprika
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
4 cups puffed cheese balls

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with foil and set aside. Heat the vegetable oil and 3 popcorn kernels in a large saucepan over medium heat. When the kernels pop, add the remaining popcorn and cover the pan. Cook, shaking the pan frequently, until the popping has almost stopped, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and let stand for a few minutes, covered. Uncover and discard any unpopped kernels.
  • Transfer the popcorn to a large bowl and add the cereal, sesame sticks and pretzel sandwiches; toss well. Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat; whisk in the garlic powder, mustard powder, sugar, paprika, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Pour the butter mixture over the snack mix and toss well to coat.
  • Spread the snack mix in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake, gently stirring halfway through, until the popcorn is crisp, 15 to 20 minutes. Let cool. Transfer to a large bowl, add the cheese balls and toss to coat.

Adama Diakhate
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This snack mix is a great way to satisfy my cravings for something crunchy and salty.


nikita steer
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I've never been a fan of snack mixes, but this one is really good. The cheese flavor is perfect.


Julius Emmanuel
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This snack mix is a great make-ahead snack. I like to make a big batch on the weekend and then snack on it throughout the week.


Kamran Khosa
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I like to add a little bit of cayenne pepper to this snack mix for a little kick.


Chioma Chikelu
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This snack mix is a great way to use up leftover chips and pretzels.


Gebrela Ashebir
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I'm not a big fan of cheese, but I still enjoyed this snack mix. The other flavors really balance out the cheese.


Nurbu Lama
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This snack mix is a lifesaver when I'm short on time. It's so quick and easy to make.


Hussaini studio
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I was pleasantly surprised by how easy this snack mix was to make. It's a great recipe for beginners.


Mar'laysia
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This cheesy snack mix is so addictive! I can't stop eating it.


Bakht Mughal
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I made this snack mix for a party and it was gone in minutes. I'll definitely be making it again.


Ashra Bashir
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This is the perfect snack mix to take on road trips or camping.


Jonamae Sopsop
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I've made this snack mix several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. Everyone loves the cheesy flavor.


Will Max Charlotte Mihaljevic
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My kids love this snack mix! It's a great after-school treat.


Abee S. Bah
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I love how versatile this recipe is. I can add or remove ingredients to suit my taste.


Deep Saab
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This cheesy snack mix is a hit at every party I bring it to! It's so easy to make and always disappears quickly.