This classic Texas Trash Snack Mix is crunchy, savory, and slightly spicy — a family favorite for holiday gatherings and homemade gifts.

Texas Trash Snack Mix

If you love bold, savory snacks that disappear fast at parties, this Texas Trash Snack Mix is a must-make. This recipe comes straight from my mother-in-law and has been a staple at our holiday gatherings for as long as I can remember. It’s the kind of snack everyone casually “tries”… and then keeps circling back to until the bowl is empty!

Texas Trash is a crunchy mix of cereal, pretzels, and nuts, all tossed in a savory, slightly spicy seasoning that bakes onto every piece. It’s salty, buttery, and perfectly seasoned with just enough heat to keep things interesting. Every handful has that irresistible crunch and flavor that makes this snack so hard to stop eating.

This snack mix is perfect for setting out at holiday parties, game days, or family get-togethers, and it also makes a fantastic homemade gift. Package it up in festive bags or tins for neighbors, teachers, or friends — it’s one of those simple, nostalgic recipes that always gets asked for once people taste it.

spicy snack mix on a baking sheet with spatula.

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Ingredients

2 cup Corn Chex
2 cup Rice Chex
2 cups Wheat Chex
3 cups Mini Pretzels
2 cups Cheerios
1 cup roasted peanuts
1 cup pecans

For the Sauce/Coating:

1 cup salted butter
2-4 TB hot sauce
3 TB Worcestershire sauce
1 TB garlic powder
1 TB onion powder
1 TB celery salt
1 TB paprika

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Instructions

To Prep: Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and preheat oven to 250°F.

Prep the Ingredients – Add all of the dry ingredients to a large mixing bowl.
Make the Coating – Add the sauce ingredients to a saucepan. Heat, stirring occasionally, just until butter is melted and everything is combined.
Combine – Pour sauce over the dry snack mix, tossing to coat.
Bake – Spread the coated snack mix on your prepared pan and bake for 15 minutes at 250°F. If needed, stir well, and bake an additional 15 minutes.

4 step photo collage showing how to make a Texas Trash Snack Mix.

Prep Tips

Storage – Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks. Great for make-ahead snacking or gifting.
Mix-Ins – You can swap in your favorite nuts or cereals as long as the total volume stays about the same.
Seasoning Level – This snack mix has a savory kick, but you can easily adjust the heat by reducing or increasing the spice to taste. You can also omit the hot sauce altogether.

More Party Snack Recipes To Try:

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Texas Trash Spicy Chex Mix

This classic Texas Trash Snack Mix is crunchy, savory, and slightly spicy — a family favorite for holiday gatherings and homemade gifts.

Prep Time10

Cook Time15

Total Time25

Course: Appetizer, Snack

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Chex, snack mix

Servings:

Calories: 213kcal

Author: Stacey aka the Soccer Mom

Cost: $15

Equipment

Saucepan
Large Baking Sheet
Parchment paper
Large Mixing Bowl