Description
Taco Snack Mix is a flavorful and crunchy party snack made by combining Bugles, Goldfish pretzels, Cheez-It crackers, and cocktail peanuts tossed in a zesty taco seasoning and oil mixture, then baked to perfection. This easy-to-make mix is perfect for gatherings, sports events, or casual snacking.
Ingredients
Scale
Snack Mix
- 1 (7.5-oz) bag Bugles corn snacks
- 1 (7.5-oz) bag Nacho Bugles corn snacks
- 1 (8-oz) bag Pretzel Goldfish crackers
- 1 (16-oz) box Cheez-It crackers
- 1 (16-oz) can cocktail peanuts
Seasoning Mixture
- 1 (1-oz) package taco seasoning
- ¾ cup vegetable oil (canola oil recommended)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 250ºF (121ºC) to prepare for baking the snack mix evenly.
- Combine Ingredients: In the largest bowl available or divide into two large bowls, combine the Bugles, Nacho Bugles, Pretzel Goldfish crackers, Cheez-It crackers, and cocktail peanuts to create the base of the mix.
- Mix Seasoning and Oil: Whisk together the taco seasoning and vegetable oil until fully blended to create a flavorful coating for the snack mix.
- Coat the Mix: Pour the taco seasoning and oil mixture over the combined snacks, then toss thoroughly to ensure every piece is evenly coated with the taco flavor.
- Spread on Baking Sheets: Evenly spread the coated mix onto one or two large baking sheets, making sure the pieces are in a single layer for even baking.
- Bake the Snack Mix: Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring halfway through the cooking time to prevent burning and promote uniform crispiness.
- Cool and Store: Allow the snack mix to cool completely, then transfer it to an airtight container to preserve freshness for future snacking.
Notes
- Be sure to stir the mix halfway through baking to ensure even cooking and prevent any pieces from burning.
- Store the snack mix in an airtight container at room temperature; it should stay fresh for up to 1-2 weeks.
- Feel free to customize the snack by adding other nuts or crunchy elements like pretzel rods or cheese-flavored crackers.
- Use vegetable or canola oil for best flavor and coating consistency.
