Maple Pecan Snack Mix Recipes

MAPLE-PECAN SNACK MIX

Steps:

• In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the cereal, granola and pecans; set aside. In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine the butter, brown sugar and syrup. Microwave on high for 2 minutes, stirring once. Pour over cereal mixture; toss to coat., Microwave on high for 4 minutes, stirring every minute. Spread onto waxed paper; cool for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with blueberries and chocolate chips. Store in an airtight container.

PECAN SNACK

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C).
• In a large bowl, beat egg white with water until frothy. Stir in pecans and mix to coat. Combine sugar, cinnamon and salt and stir into pecan mixture. Spread on a baking sheet.
• Bake in preheated oven 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes. Store in an airtight container.

MAPLE-GLAZED SNACK MIX

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 250°. In a large bowl, combine cereals, pretzels and pecans. , In a small microwave-safe dish, combine maple syrup and butter. Cover and microwave on high 45 seconds or until butter is melted. Stir in vanilla. Pour over cereal mixture and toss to coat., Transfer to a 15x10x1-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes. Cool on a wire rack. Store in an airtight container.

MAPLE BACON SNACK MIX

Steps:

• Line 2 sheet pans with waxed paper, then set aside.
• Add the popcorn, bacon, pretzels and nuts to a large bowl. Mix and set aside.
• Add the sugar, butter, maple syrup, corn syrup and salt to a large, heavy-bottomed pot fitted with a candy thermometer and place over a medium-low heat. When the butter has melted, stir together, then turn up the heat to medium-high. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the candy thermometer reads "hard-crack stage" (300 degrees F), 4 to 5 minutes.
• Remove from the heat and stir in the maple extract. Carefully pour over the snack mix and toss using two wooden spoons. Transfer to the prepared sheet pans and spread out to allow it to cool, about 10 minutes. Break into clusters and transfer to a large serving bowl.

MAPLE PECAN SQUARES

Steps:

• Base: Preheat oven to 350 degrees to cook cookie base.
• Rub the flour, sugar and butter together in bowl, mix well and press firmly into 8 x 10" pan.
• Bake for 5 minutes.
• Remove from oven and set aside.
• Topping: Combine sugar and syrup in pot.
• Simmer on stove for 5 minutes.
• Cool and pour over the beaten eggs.
• Stirring well add the remaining ingredients.
• Pour over the partially baked dough and bake at 450 degrees for 10 minutes.
• Reduce heat to 350 degrees and continue to bake for 20 minutes longer.
• Cool and cut into squares-- enjoy-- enjoy-- enjoy.

SPICY-SWEET MAPLE SNACK MIX

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 275 degrees. Combine maple syrup, butter, vinegar, thyme, cayenne, and 1 teaspoon salt in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, stirring, until butter has melted and mixture is combined. Remove from heat. Stir together remaining ingredients in a large bowl. Drizzle maple mixture over cereal mixture, stirring to evenly coat. Spread on a rimmed baking sheet.
• Bake, stirring a few times, until crisp and golden, about 1 hour. Let cool completely before serving. Mix can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature up to 1 week.

MAPLE-PECAN SNACK CAKE

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350°.
• To prepare cake, combine first 5 ingredients, stirring well with a whisk.
• Combine flour, baking soda, 1/4 cup pecans, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a large bowl, stirring with a whisk.
• Add syrup mixture to flour mixture; stir until well blended.
• Pour batter into a 9-inch square baking pan coated with cooking spray.
• Bake for 30 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean.
• Cool completely on wire rack.
• To prepare frosting, combine sugar, 2 1/2 tablespoons syrup, cream, and 1/8 teaspoon salt. Beat with a mixer at medium speed until smooth.
• Spread frosting evenly over cooled cake; sprinkle with 1/4 cup pecans.