This festive snack mix blends the salty, spicy and sweet to create the perfect flavour sensation. Keep the festive snack mix stored in an airtight container to retain freshness. It’s a great mix to make as gifts for family and friends.
Festive Snack Mix Recipe
Makes 4 cups
Ingredients:
500g mixed unsalted nuts
1 tsp ground ginger
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp smoked paprika
2 tsp garlic powder
½ tsp ground cayenne pepper
½ tsp mustard powder
1 tbsp sea salt flakes
1 tsp cracked black pepper
¼ cup maple syrup
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 cup mini pretzels
½ cup mini crackers
¼ cup dried cranberries
6 rosemary sprigs, trimmed to small sprigs
Method:
Preheat the oven to 180°C (160°C fan forced). Combine nuts, ginger, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cayenne, mustard powder, salt and pepper, maple syrup and olive oil in a bowl. Gently toss to coat. Spread evenly on a large baking tray lined with non-stick baking paper. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden and starting to caramelise.
Remove from the oven. While still hot, add the mini pretzels, mini crackers, dried cranberries and rosemary sprigs. Toss to combine.
Store in an airtight container for up to 1 month.
Smart Tip:
Keep the snack mix stored in an airtight container between serving to retain freshness. This is also a great mix to make as gifts for family and friends. Place mix into pretty airtight jars and tie with festive ribbon.
