Bugle Party Snack Mix (Print-Friendly Format)
Crunchy party snack with Bugles, Chex, Cheetos, peanuts, & zesty spices for gatherings and celebrations.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Dry Mix
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3 cups square corn cereal (Chex or Crispix)
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3 cups square wheat cereal
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3 cups square rice cereal
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3 cups cheese-flavored corn snacks (Cheetos or similar)
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3 cups Bugles
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2 cups mini pretzel twists
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2 cups small square cheese crackers
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2 cups dry roasted peanuts
→ Seasoning Butter
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1 cup unsalted butter
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3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
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1 tablespoon seasoned salt
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1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
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1 1/2 teaspoons onion powder
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1 teaspoon dark chili powder
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
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Hot sauce, several dashes to taste
# How to Make It:
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Preheat oven to 120°C. Line an extra-large rimmed baking pan or two large sheet pans and set aside.
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In a large mixing bowl or directly on the prepared pan, combine corn cereal, wheat cereal, rice cereal, cheese-flavored corn snacks, Bugles, pretzels, cheese crackers, and peanuts. Mix gently to distribute evenly.
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In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter. Add Worcestershire sauce, seasoned salt, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, smoked paprika, ground cumin, and hot sauce. Stir or whisk until the seasonings are fully dissolved.
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Pour seasoned butter mixture over the dry ingredients. Using a large spoon or rubber spatula, gently toss to ensure all pieces are thoroughly coated.
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Spread the coated mix evenly on the prepared baking pans. Bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes to ensure even toasting.
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Transfer snack mix onto parchment paper and allow to cool completely. Once cooled, store in an airtight container at room temperature.
# Extra Tips:
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Substitute alternate cereals or crackers as desired to create unique flavor combinations.
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Bugles add signature crunch and nostalgic flavor to the mix.
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For added variety, incorporate caramel or cheesy popcorn, sesame sticks, or wasabi peas.
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Replace peanuts with cashews or walnuts if preferred.