Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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10
servings
3 tbsp

butter

melted

1 tsp

chili powder

1 tsp

garlic powder

0.5 tsp

ground cumin

5 cup

air-popped popcorn

2 cup

pretzel sticks

2 cup

cheddar cheese snack crackers

6 unit

PLANTERS Trail Mix Mixed Nuts & Raisins

Step 1
~2 min

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2
~2 min

Melt the butter in a small bowl.

Step 3
~2 min

Add chili powder, garlic powder, and ground cumin to the melted butter.

Step 4
~2 min

Stir to combine the seasonings with the butter.

Step 5
~2 min

In a large bowl, combine the air-popped popcorn, pretzel sticks, cheddar cheese snack crackers, and trail mix.

Step 6
~2 min

Pour the seasoned butter mixture over the combined ingredients.

Step 7
~2 min

Toss to coat all the ingredients evenly with the butter mixture.

Step 8
~2 min

Spread the snack mix evenly in a 15x10x1-inch baking pan.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 9
~2 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.

Step 10
~2 min

Remove from the oven and let the snack mix cool completely.

Step 11
~2 min

Store in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain crispness.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a dash of cayenne pepper for extra heat.

Use different types of nuts for varied flavor.

Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a party snack or afternoon treat.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Queso
Salsa
Guacamole

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Tex-Mex

Cultural Significance

Common snack food in American culture

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Game day
Parties
Holidays

Occasion Tags

party
game day
snack time
movie night

Popularity Score

75/100

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