Roma Party Mix

This German-inspired party mix is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for casual gatherings. It combines the nostalgic sweetness of Crispix cereal with the salty crunch of Cheez-It crackers and pretzel sticks. The mixture is tossed in a savory blend of olive oil, hot pepper sauce, Italian seasoning, and crushed fennel seeds, then finished with a generous layer of grated Parmesan cheese. The result is a perfect balance of sweet, salty, spicy, and cheesy flavors in every bite. It&# 226;ÂÂs incredibly easy to prepare without any baking required, making it a last-minute favorite for potlucks, game days, or holiday parties. Keep a jar stocked in the pantry for quick snacking.

Cuisine: German

Courses: Appetisers

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 10

Calories: 327.4

Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegetarian

Description

This German-inspired party mix is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for casual gatherings. It combines the nostalgic sweetness of Crispix cereal with the salty crunch of Cheez-It crackers and pretzel sticks. The mixture is tossed in a savory blend of olive oil, hot pepper sauce, Italian seasoning, and crushed fennel seeds, then finished with a generous layer of grated Parmesan cheese. The result is a perfect balance of sweet, salty, spicy, and cheesy flavors in every bite. It&# 226;ÂÂs incredibly easy to prepare without any baking required, making it a last-minute favorite for potlucks, game days, or holiday parties. Keep a jar stocked in the pantry for quick snacking.

Ingredients

7 cup Crispix cereal
2 cup Cheez-It crackers
1 cup Pretzel sticks
3 tablespoon Olive oil
1/8 teaspoon Hot pepper sauce
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon Fennel seeds, crushed
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated

Directions

1
Place the Crispix cereal, Cheez-It crackers, and pretzel sticks into a large 2-gallon zip-top bag.
2
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, hot pepper sauce, Italian seasoning, and crushed fennel seeds until well combined.
3
Pour the oil and spice mixture over the cereal and cracker mixture in the bag.
4
Seal the bag and gently toss the contents until the cereal and crackers are evenly coated with the seasoned oil.
5
Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the mixture inside the bag.
6
Reseal the bag and toss again gently until the cheese is distributed evenly throughout the mix.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 10

Amount Per Serving
Calories 327.4kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 13.1g21%
Saturated Fat 1.9g10%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 720.0mg30%
Total Carbohydrate 47.4g16%
Dietary Fiber 1.5g6%
Sugars 2.1g
Protein 6.6g14%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week to maintain crispness.

For a stronger flavor, let the mix sit for 30 minutes before serving to allow the spices to meld.

Substitute crushed fennel seeds with anise seeds if preferred, or omit for a simpler flavor profile.

Keywords: appetizer, cheese, cheez-it, crispix, fennel, german, italian seasoning, olive oil, parmesan, party mix, pretzel sticks, romanian, snack, savory, spicy, vegetarian

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