How to Make Sweet and Spicy High-Protein Snack Mix - A Step-by-Step Guide

Are you looking for a delicious and satisfying snack that will keep you energized throughout the day? Look no further! This Sweet and Spicy High-Protein Snack Mix is the perfect solution. Packed with a variety of nuts, seeds, and a touch of sweetness and spice, this snack mix is not only incredibly flavorful, but also high in protein, making it a great option for those looking to boost their protein intake.

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups wheat cereal squares
  • 1 cup toasted oat cereal
  • 1 cup small pretzels
  • 1 cup bite-sized cheese crackers
  • ½ cup unsalted sunflower seeds
  • 1 ½ cups unsalted mixed nuts
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 ½ tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon chili powder
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 cup dried cherries
  • 2 (1.5 ounce) packages 100% smoked beef sticks, cut into bite-sized pieces

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 5 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Servings: 15
  • Yield: 7 1/2 cups

  • Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C).
  • Combine wheat cereal squares, oat cereal, pretzels, crackers, sunflower seeds, and nuts in a large bowl. Set aside.
  • Combine butter, honey, Worcestershire sauce, salt, cayenne pepper, chili powder, garlic powder, and onion powder in a small saucepan and over medium-low heat. Mix until butter is melted and spices are blended in smoothly. Pour seasoned butter over dry mixture and stir until well combined. Spread out onto a large baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes. Let cool completely.
  • Mix in dried cherries and smoked beef stick pieces.
  • Nutrition

    278 cal.

    • Total Fat: 17g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 12mg
    • Sodium: 406mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 28g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 9g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 55mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 182mg