Sparkling Cider Apple Mix (Printable Version)

Festive crunchy snack blend with sweet apple-cider glaze and crisp textures, perfect for sharing.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dry Mix

01 - 3 cups rice cereal squares (e.g., Rice Chex)
02 - 2 cups mini pretzels
03 - 1 cup honey roasted peanuts
04 - 1 cup dried apple chips, broken into bite-sized pieces
05 - 1 cup plain, air-popped popcorn

→ Cider Glaze

06 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter
07 - 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
08 - 1/4 cup sparkling apple cider (non-alcoholic)
09 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
10 - 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
11 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

# Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 300°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, mix rice cereal, pretzels, peanuts, apple chips, and popcorn until evenly combined.
03 - Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add brown sugar, sparkling cider, cinnamon, and salt; bring to a gentle simmer while stirring frequently for 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
04 - Immediately pour the cider glaze over the dry ingredients. Toss gently with a spatula to coat evenly.
05 - Spread the coated mix evenly on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 25–30 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until golden and crisp.
06 - Remove from oven and allow to cool completely on the baking sheet. Break into clusters as desired before serving or storing in an airtight container.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Crunchy and sweet apple-cider flavor
  • Perfect for parties and holiday gatherings
02 -
  • Contains peanuts, milk (butter), and gluten (pretzels, possibly cereal)
  • Check all product labels for allergens, especially if serving to guests with dietary restrictions
03 -
  • Add a pinch of nutmeg for extra warmth and depth of flavor
  • Use candied pecans instead of honey roasted peanuts for a different texture and sweetness
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