Appetizer Snacks and Nuts

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

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

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

Crunchy, savory, and simple - this Crispix Mix combines favorite cereals, pretzels, and nuts drizzled with a homemade seasoning and baked for the perfect snack.

Method:   microwave, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

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

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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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Crystallized almonds are coated in your choice of semisweet, bittersweet, or milk chocolate and then tossed in spiced powdered sugar.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

A healthier version of French fries. Jicama strips are seasoned and baked in the oven or air fryer until crisp. Serve with ketchup or other dipping sauce.

Method:   microwave, oven, air fryer
Time:   30-60 minutes

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

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

This popcorn snack has a hint of nacho flavors when coated with paprika, crushed red pepper, cumin, butter, and Parmesan cheese.


Time:   under 30 minutes

It's about time movie night had an upgrade. This oven baked treat made with peanuts and molasses uses microwave popcorn to make it a quick treat.

Method:   oven, stovetop, microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

An easy blend of oats, maple syrup, and assorted nuts and seeds turns out deliciously crunchy oven-baked granola.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

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

It's got hot and spicy in the name, so don't be surprised when it's got a kick and a half. Chex, nuts, and cheese crackers make a perfect by-the-handful party...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Rice Krispies and gummy worms wrapped inside fruit roll ups made to look like sushi.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Perfect for munching while having cocktails. Goes great with wine, beer, and mixed drinks.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with powdered sugar, Chex cereal, semisweet chocolate chips, peanut butter, margarine, vanilla extract

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes