Tex Mex Snack Mix
When game day rolls around, there’s nothing better than having a big bowl of snack mix on the table. This Tex Mex Snack Mix brings bold Tex-Mex flavors to the party with crunchy cereal, salty peanuts, pretzels, and corn chips all tossed in a buttery taco seasoning blend.
It’s the kind of snack that disappears fast—so you might want to make a double batch!
Whether you’re hosting a football watch party, looking for a road trip snack, or just want something savory to munch on during movie night, this recipe is quick, easy, and always a crowd-pleaser.
I’ve always loved making snack mixes like my Cheerios Snack Mix and Fall Snack Mix, but for a recent get-together I wanted something a little bolder than traditional Chex mix—so this Tex-Mex Snack Mix was the perfect choice.
I first spotted this recipe in Our Favorite Appetizer Recipes Cookbook, where it called for just taco seasoning. Tasty, yes—but I knew it could be even better.
So I gave it a little upgrade with chili powder and garlic powder for that extra punch of flavor that makes it impossible to stop snacking!
Why You’ll Love This Snack Mix
- Tex-Mex twist – The taco seasoning, chili powder, and garlic powder bring big flavor without being too spicy.
- Crunchy & salty – A mix of cereal, chips, pretzels, and peanuts keeps every handful exciting.
- Easy to make ahead – Bake it once, let it cool, and store in an airtight container for snacking all week.
- Perfect for gatherings – This recipe makes a large batch, ideal for sharing.
What is Tex Mex Snack Mix?
Tex-Mex Snack Mix is a crunchy, savory party mix inspired by the bold flavors of Tex-Mex cuisine.
It combines a base of cereals, pretzels, peanuts, and corn chips, then coats them in a buttery blend of taco seasoning, chili powder, and garlic powder.
The result is a zesty, slightly spicy, and irresistibly crunchy snack that’s perfect for game day, road trips, parties, or anytime you’re craving a Tex-Mex twist on classic Chex mix.
Tips & Variations
- Make it spicy – Add cayenne pepper or crushed red pepper flakes.
- Cheesy Tex-Mex twist – Stir in cheesy crackers or sprinkle Parmesan after baking.
- Sweet & salty – Toss in candy-coated chocolates once cooled.
- Kid-friendly version – Reduce chili powder for a milder mix.
Ingredients
- Wheat Chex cereal
- Corn chips
- Mini pretzels
- Salted peanuts
- Butter (melted)
- Taco seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
- Chili powder
- Garlic powder
How to make Tex Mex Snack Mix
Preheat your oven to 250°F.
In a large bowl, combine the cereal, corn chips, pretzels, and peanuts.
In a smaller bowl, whisk together the melted butter, taco seasoning, chili powder, and garlic powder.
Pour the seasoned butter mixture over the dry mix.
Toss until everything is evenly coated.
Spread the snack mix on a large baking sheet.
Bake for 45 minutes;
Stirring every 15 minutes to keep the mix crispy and flavorful.
Let it cool completely before serving—or sneak a warm handful while it’s fresh out of the oven!
Tex Mex Snack Mix
Ingredients
- 4 cups wheat Chex cereal
- 3 cups corn chips
- 3 cups mini pretzels
- 1 ½ cups salted peanuts
- ½ cup butter melted
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning or homemade blend
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 250°F.
- In a large bowl, combine the cereal, corn chips, pretzels, and peanuts.
- In a smaller bowl, whisk together the melted butter, taco seasoning, chili powder, and garlic powder.
- Pour the seasoned butter mixture over the dry mix.
- Toss until everything is evenly coated.
- Spread the snack mix on a large baking sheet.
- Bake for 45 minutes;
- Stirring every 15 minutes to keep the mix crispy and flavorful.
- Let it cool completely before serving—or sneak a warm handful while it’s fresh out of the oven!
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