Chili Cashew Party Mix is one of my go-to recipes when I need something quick and delicious to bring to gatherings. This warm, spiced snack always disappears faster than I can bake it!
What makes this recipe so special is how the butter carries those wonderful chili flavors right into every cashew and cereal piece. The secret is toasting everything together at just the right temperature so it gets perfectly crispy and golden without burning.
I love watching my grandchildren’s faces light up when they smell this coming out of the oven. It’s the kind of simple treat that brings everyone together, and I’ve made it at every family gathering for years now.
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Chili Cashew Party Mix
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoon Butter
- 1 tablespoon Ready-To-Serve
- 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 2 cup Cashew Nuts
- 2 cup Cereals
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325F.
- Melt butter in 2-quart saucepan over low heat.
- (Or microwave in large glass bowl.)
- Stir in TABASCO Chipotle Sauce, chili powder and salt until combined.
- Stir in cashews and cereal squares until well mixed.
- Spoon mixture onto large cookie sheet.
- Bake 15 minutes or until mixture is toasted, stirring occasionally.
