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Spiced Fruit and Nut Snack Mix
Crispy, crunchy, and completely addictive, this baked cereal mix balances warm spices with sweet dried fruit. You'll toss almonds and cereal in a savory blend of cumin, coriander, and cinnamon before roasting everything to a golden crunch. A final toss with crystallized ginger and a drizzle of honey brings it all together. It's the kind of snack you'll want to keep stocked in the pantry for afternoon cravings or weekend gatherings.
Equipment
- Oven
Ingredients
- ⅓ cup butter
- 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon dried mint leaves, if desired
- 8 cups Corn Chex ® , Rice Chex ® or Wheat Chex ® cereal (or any combination)
- 2 cups almonds
- 1 cup chopped dried mixed fruit or raisins
- ¼ cup finely chopped crystallized ginger
- 3 tablespoons honey, if desired
Instructions
- 1Preheat the oven to 250°F. Place the butter in a large, ungreased roasting pan and let it melt in the oven. Remove the pan and whisk in the seasoned salt, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, and mint leaves. Add the cereal and almonds, tossing well until everything is evenly coated.
- 2Bake the mixture uncovered for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes. You'll want to stir frequently so the cereal doesn't burn and toasts evenly. Remove from the oven and immediately stir in the dried fruit and crystallized ginger, then drizzle the honey over the top.
- 3Let the snack mix cool completely in the pan for about 15 minutes before eating.
Notes
- Cereal swap: You can use any combination of corn, rice, or wheat cereal squares for the base.
- Flavor boost: The dried mint leaves and honey are optional, but they add a fantastic sweet and herbal contrast to the warm spices.
- Storage: Store the fully cooled snack mix in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.