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Everything Bagel Snack Mix (That Actually Tastes Like a Bagel)

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A crunchy everything bagel snack mix bound with browned butter and cream cheese powder so it actually tastes like a bagel, not just seasoned pretzels.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups mini pretzel twists
  • 2 cups bagel chips, broken into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 cups Rice Chex or corn Chex
  • 1 cup roasted, salted cashews or peanuts
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 3 tbsp everything bagel seasoning
  • 2 tbsp cream cheese powder
  • 1 tsp honey
  • Pinch of flaky salt, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the pretzels, bagel chips, cereal, and cashews.
  3. Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat, swirling often, until it turns golden brown and smells nutty, 3-4 minutes. Watch closely once it starts foaming — it can burn fast.
  4. Remove from heat and whisk in the honey, everything bagel seasoning, and cream cheese powder until smooth.
  5. Pour the butter mixture over the dry ingredients and toss thoroughly, making sure every piece gets coated, not just the top layer.
  6. Spread in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake 20-25 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until fragrant and lightly golden.
  7. Remove from the oven and let cool completely, undisturbed, on the pan — it will crisp up as it cools. Taste and add flaky salt if needed before serving.

Notes

Store airtight at room temperature up to 2 weeks — it won’t last that long. Don’t skip the full cooling step, that’s what makes it crisp instead of chewy. Double the batch for parties; it disappears fast.

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