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.

Delilah Tristan
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Overall, I really enjoyed this snack mix. It's a great combination of sweet and spicy flavors.


Dinesh Bhuj
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This snack mix is a bit pricey to make, but it's worth it for the delicious flavor.


deche kalama
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I made this snack mix for my family and we all loved it. It's a great snack to have on hand for busy weeknights.


Myo Thura Htun
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This snack mix is a great way to get your kids to eat healthy snacks.


Talya Ahmed
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I found the recipe to be a bit bland. I added some extra chili powder and maple syrup to taste.


Ariadni Wastor
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This snack mix is a little too spicy for me, but I still enjoyed it.


Tim Leahy
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I added some chopped nuts and dried fruit to the snack mix and it was even better.


Victor Osarobo
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This snack mix is easy to make and it's a great way to use up leftover popcorn.


aki tamer
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I wasn't sure how the maple syrup and chili powder would taste together, but I was pleasantly surprised. It's a really good combination.


haroon balouch
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great. The maple syrup and chili powder give it a unique flavor.


Sya Mabaso
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I made this snack mix for my friends and they loved it! It was a hit at the party.


John Hezekiah
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This snack mix is the perfect balance of sweet and spicy. It's a great snack to have on hand for parties or just to munch on at home.