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Buggy Snack Mix Recipe

Chocolate-covered raisin "bugs" are a tasty surprise in this sweet and crunchy snack mix from our Test Kitchen. Candy corn adds a bit of color.

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Buggy Snack Mix Recipe

Prep: 15 min. Bake: 25 min. + cooling

Yield: 12 Servings

15 25 40

Ingredients

1 can (3 ounces) chow mein noodles
1 cup unsalted cashews
1 cup salted peanuts
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup butter
2 tablespoons light corn syrup
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup candy corn
1 cup chocolate-covered raisins

Directions

In a large heat-proof bowl, combine the chow mein noodles, cashews and peanuts; set aside. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the brown sugar, butter, corn syrup and salt. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 2 minutes or until sugar is dissolved and syrup is bubbly, stirring frequently. Stir in baking soda; microwave 20 seconds longer or until mixture begins to foam.
Carefully pour over chow mein noodle mixture; stir to coat. Transfer to a greased 15-in. x 10-in. x 1-in. baking pan. Bake at 300° for 25-30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes. Spread on waxed paper; cool for at least 30 minutes.
Place snack mix in a large bowl. Add candy corn and raisins; gently toss. Store in an airtight container. Yield: 6 cups.

Editor's Note: This recipe was tested in a 1,100-watt microwave.

Nutritional Facts 1 serving (1/2 cup) equals 376 calories, 20 g fat (6 g saturated fat), 11 mg cholesterol, 190 mg sodium, 48 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 6 g protein.

Originally published as Buggy Snack Mix in Taste of Home's Holiday & Celebrations Cookbook Annual 2006, p238

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