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Appetizer Snacks and Nuts

Appetizer Snacks and Nuts

Candied nuts, roasted nuts and other munchie foods that are easy to grab a handful of. Great for appetizers, after-school snacks, tv-watching food, or anytime you need a snack!



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recipe for brown sugar granola

Brown Sugar Granola

The crunchy texture, the slightly sweet flavor, and the earthy aroma of this granola will make it your new favorite breakfast or snack.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for the original kellogg's crispix mix

The Original Kellogg's Crispix Mix

A crunchy, savory snack made from your favorite cereals, pretzels, and nuts.

Method:   microwave, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for crispy cheddar frico (fried cheese crisps)

Crispy Cheddar Frico (Fried Cheese Crisps)

Simple cheese crisps made with just one ingredient: cheese! A great low carb snack which can be eaten plain, topped with ingredients nacho-style, or used as...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for yogurt covered pretzels

Yogurt Covered Pretzels

Pretzels, yogurt, and confectioners sugar are the only three ingredients needed. Play around with the yogurt flavor to find your favorite.

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for hot buttered o's

Hot Buttered O's

Cheerios skillet-stirred with melted butter and salt are a creative, fun and addictive alternative to popcorn. No milk needed for this bowl of cereal.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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recipe for puppy chow snack mix

Puppy Chow Snack Mix

Crispix cereal is coated in chocolate and peanut butter and dusted with powdered sugar to make an addicting snack mix (for humans only please!)

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for animal cracker critter crunch

Animal Cracker Critter Crunch

Made with whole-wheat cereal biscuit, pretzels, brown sugar, margarine, ground cinnamon, animal shaped crackers, bear shaped graham crackers, rice cereal, oat cereal

Method:   microwave, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for honey roasted almonds

Honey Roasted Almonds

These candied almonds make for an irresistible snack. The nuts are oven-baked before being stirred into a sweet honey mixture and cooled. They store well and make a great homemade...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for copycat cracker jacks caramel popcorn

Copycat Cracker Jacks Caramel Popcorn

Frederick William Rueckheim and his brother Louis created the first Cracker Jack treat in 1896. Their original recipe was a mix of popped popcorn and roasted...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for pecan pie popcorn

Pecan Pie Popcorn

The flavor of pecan pie in a tasty popcorn snack. Made with popcorn, pecans, maple syrup, butter, and brown sugar.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for mustard pretzels

Mustard Pretzels

A combination of mustard, honey, and vinegar is mixed with the pretzels. They are baked until crisp and golden brown.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for homemade granola

Homemade Granola

A delicious homemade granola recipe that can be eaten as a snack, mixed with yogurt for breakfast, used as an ice cream topping, or in any recipe calling for granola.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for pizza dippers

Pizza Dippers

A quick way to make seasoned, cheesy breadsticks. Perfect for dipping in warm pizza sauce. Makes good finger food for movie night or a party.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for cheese popcorn

Cheese Popcorn

Want to know the easiest way to make cheesy popcorn? This is your recipe! Simply coat freshly popped popcorn with the cheese powder from a box of mac and cheese. Snacking made simple.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for fried chitlins

Fried Chitlins

Who doesn't love fried chitlins? They're salty, greasy, and delicious. Some people say they're an acquired taste, but we think anyone can enjoy them.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for old dutch caramel corn

Old Dutch Caramel Corn

Old Dutch Foods, based in Minnesota, is famous for its salty snacks. In this recipe you can use their popular "puffcorn" or regular popcorn.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for seasoned pretzels

Seasoned Pretzels

Coat your favorite pretzels in a mixture of garlic salt, dill, lemon pepper, and ranch salad dressing mix for a tasty snack.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for microwave roasted pumpkin seeds

Microwave Roasted Pumpkin Seeds

Don't throw away all those seeds when you're carving jack-o-lanterns, you can make them into a delicious roasted snack with just a few minutes in the microwave.

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for mediterranean magic popcorn

Mediterranean Magic Popcorn

Popcorn is one of the absolute easiest foods to upgrade. Olive oil and parmesan turn fresh popped popcorn into a movie night creation that'll keep you snacking away guilt...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for crunchy-sweet pecan salad topping

Crunchy-Sweet Pecan Salad Topping

One of the biggest culprits of a boring salad is texture. Use these roasted, candied pecans to add a wonderful crunch to a massive variety of salads.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for state fair candied popcorn

State Fair Candied Popcorn

Who does craveable sweets better than a state fair? This colorful blend of this popcorn will give you a rush of sugar and nostalgia in the same handful.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for fried soft-shelled cicadas

Fried Soft-Shelled Cicadas

Feeling adventurous? Try these battered and fried fresh cicadas for a crunchy snack. While you can catch them yourselves when in season, it's easier to buy them at an Asian...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for granola energy balls

Granola Energy Balls

This recipe is packed with oats, seeds, peanut butter, and chocolate chips for a healthy boost whenever you need one. It's a spectacular snack, or is that snacktacular?


Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for microwave candied pecans

Microwave Candied Pecans

Made with pecan, butter or margarine, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, ground cloves

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for onion pretzels

Onion Pretzels

Onion-seasoned pretzels are a delicious and unique snack that are perfect for any occasion. The result is a crunchy, buttery, savory snack that is irresistible.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes




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