Satisfying cravings with nourishing snacks doesn’t have to be complicated. Maintaining a well-stocked pantry with easy-to-make dishes will support you in reaching your wellness objectives.
In this recipe, a crunchy mix of cereals and pretzel sticks gets coated in buttery cinnamon sugar for the ultimate sweet and salty snack. Drizzle melted chocolate over the mix for added decadence.
Salty Crunch
A spin on traditional savory party mix, this recipe swaps out the typical ingredients for a sweet snack. Cereal, mini pretzels, and pecans are coated with a sugary cinnamon topping to create this delicious snack mix. It’s the perfect make-ahead treat for parties, holiday festivities, or quiet movie nights at home.
Inspired by Disneyland’s popular cinnamon churro snack mix, this recipe is quick and easy to make. The crunchy cereal is coated with sweet cinnamon sugar and buttery flavor, making for an irresistible snack that’s as tasty as it is satisfying.
To make this delicious snack, spread a cereal layer onto a large baking sheet and sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture. Toss to evenly coat the cereal and let cool before serving. If you want to add sweetness, drizzle with melted chocolate and enjoy! This snack mix will be kept in an airtight container for several days. It also makes an excellent snack for road trips!
Sweet Flavor
Inspired by the cinnamon sugar churros at Disneyland, this sweet snack mix is easy to make and full of buttery flavor. It’s the perfect treat to bring to a party, package up as a holiday treat, or give as a gift.
It combines sweetness and saltiness with the desirable corn, rice, peanuts, and pretzel sticks crunch. You can customize it by adding more cinnamon for a deeper flavor or experimenting with other mix-ins.
After putting it in the oven, you can add more sweetness by drizzling it with melted chocolate. Spread a small amount of melted white or regular chocolate chips over the top, then let it set before serving. You can also use caramel syrup, cookie pieces, or chopped nuts instead of white chocolate. You can make a gluten-free version of this recipe by swapping the wheat for a gluten-free cereal.
Buttery Snack
This sweet, buttery snack mix is inspired by the traditional cinnamon-sugar fried pastry. This recipe is an easy and delicious way to satisfy your cravings and make the perfect sweet treat for parties, the holidays, or even a quiet movie night at home.
Preheat oven to 350°F. Combine corn, rice, and peanuts in a large bowl. Microwave the white vanilla baking chips in a small microwave-safe bowl on Medium (50%) for 60 seconds, stirring occasionally. Continue this process, stirring every 15 seconds, until the liquid is smooth and the chips have melted.
Pour over cereal mixture; toss to coat. Bake for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Cool for 20 minutes before serving.
This yummy mix is an excellent dessert for kids, too! Make a big batch of this tasty treat and put it in clear, 9 oz. Fancy plastic cups to serve. This makes a fantastic party favor and a fun addition to teacher, friend, and neighbor gifts! It’s also an excellent snack to send to your kids in college or a friend nationwide.
Easy To Make
This Disney-inspired snack is easy to make with only five ingredients and has excellent results. It tastes just like a churro but more healthier!
Combine granular sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl. In a heavy-bottomed pot, combine butter and brown sugar. Remove from the heat and pour over the cereal and pretzels. Toss to coat evenly. Place on a cookie sheet and bake for 18-20 minutes, stirring after 10.
Try other quick snacks that can help satisfy cravings without compromising your health goals. For example, low-fat string cheese and lean deli meats provide protein and flavor, while an avocado on whole-grain bread adds satisfying fiber. And a piece of dark chocolate delivers antioxidants and natural sweetness. Just be sure to hydrate with water to prevent overindulging in empty calories.