Smoky Bourbon Nibble Mix
Smoky Bourbon Nibble Mix is a flavorful and savory snack mix that combines a variety of crunchy ingredients like nuts, pretzels, crackers, and sometimes popcorn or dried fruits. The mix is coated with a smoky, bourbon-infused seasoning, creating a rich, sweet, and smoky flavor. The bourbon adds depth, while spices such as smoked paprika, garlic powder, and brown sugar enhance the savory and slightly sweet profile. This snack is popular in American cuisine, particularly for parties, casual gatherings, or as a bar snack, and pairs well with cocktails, especially bourbon-based drinks.
Ingredients
- 75g butter
- 1 tbsp chipotle and roasted garlic dry marinade
- 1/4 cup bourbon whiskey
- 2 cups honey Crispix
- 150g packet roasted garlic bagel chips
- 1 1/2 cups pretzels
- 3 x 25g packets mini-Ritz crackers
- 1 cup unsalted roasted peanuts
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 cup pecans
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 160C/140C fan forced. Line 2 baking trays with baking paper.
- Melt butter in a small frying pan over medium heat. Add marinade. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes or until fragrant. Stir in bourbon. Remove from heat.
- Combine honey Crispix, bagel chips, pretzels, Ritz, peanuts, sugar and pecans in a bowl. Drizzle over bourbon mixture. Stir gently to coat.
- Divide mixture between prepared trays. Bake, stirring every 5 minutes, for 15 to 20 minutes. Set aside to cool.
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