Slow Cooker Bar-B-Q Party Mix

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Slow Cooker Bar-B-Q Party Mix
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
180 mins
Total Time:
200mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on October 26, 2023

This Slow Cooker Bar-B-Q Party Mix is the perfect snack for any gathering. It combines the flavors of barbecue sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and spices with a mix of pretzels, cheez-its, and peanuts. Simply toss everything into the slow cooker and let it cook on low for a few hours until crispy and flavorful. It's easy to prepare and will be a hit at your next party or game night. So grab a bowl and enjoy this addictive and crowd-pleasing snack!

Ingredients

  • 3 cups pretzels
  • 3 cups cheez-its
  • 2 cups peanuts
  • 1/4 cup barbecue sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Directions

  1. In a large slow cooker, combine pretzels, cheez-its, and peanuts.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together barbecue sauce, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
  3. Pour the sauce mixture over the pretzel mixture in the slow cooker. Stir until everything is evenly coated.
  4. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 3 hours, stirring every hour.
  5. After 3 hours, remove the lid and continue cooking for another 30 minutes to allow the party mix to crisp up.
  6. Once crispy, transfer the party mix to a large baking sheet and let it cool completely. It will continue to crisp up as it cools.
  7. Once cooled, transfer to an airtight container for storage or serve immediately.

Interesting Facts

  • Slow cooker party mixes are a convenient way to prepare snacks for a crowd.
  • The combination of barbecue sauce and Worcestershire sauce gives this snack a tangy and savory flavor.
  • The slow cooking process allows the flavors to meld together and the mix to become crispy.