This bacon snack mix is a crowd-pleasing combination of crispy pretzels, crunchy corn cereal, savory bacon, and a flavorful seasoning blend. It's the perfect snack for any occasion and is guaranteed to disappear within minutes. Prepare this easy recipe in just 30 minutes and enjoy the smoky, salty, and savory flavors of bacon mixed with the addictive crunch of pretzels and cereal. Whether you're hosting a party, having a movie night, or looking for a quick and tasty snack, this bacon snack mix is a winner.
Ingredients
- 6 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 2 cups mini pretzels
- 2 cups corn cereal squares
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the mini pretzels, corn cereal squares, and crumbled bacon.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper.
- Pour the butter mixture over the pretzel, cereal, and bacon mixture. Toss well to coat everything evenly.
- Spread the mixture in a single layer on a large baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the snack mix is crispy and golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool completely before serving. The mix will get even crunchier as it cools.
- Once cooled, transfer the bacon snack mix to an airtight container for storage. It will stay fresh for up to a week.
