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
- In a large slow cooker, combine pretzels, cheez-its, and peanuts.
- In a small bowl, whisk together barbecue sauce, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
- Pour the sauce mixture over the pretzel mixture in the slow cooker. Stir until everything is evenly coated.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 3 hours, stirring every hour.
- After 3 hours, remove the lid and continue cooking for another 30 minutes to allow the party mix to crisp up.
- 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.
- 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.