Pin it A festive, crunchy snack mix featuring crispy air-fried bagel chips, pretzels, nuts, and holiday-inspired seasonings—perfect for parties or gifting.
I love preparing this mix during the holidays because it brings together family and friends around a delicious snack everyone enjoys.
Ingredients
- Bagel Chips: 3 plain bagels, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp onion powder, 1/2 tsp dried parsley, 1/4 tsp kosher salt
- Mix-Ins: 2 cups mini pretzels, 1 cup roasted almonds, 1 cup roasted pecans, 1 cup cheddar cheese crackers, 1 cup holiday-colored chocolate candies (e.g., red and green M&Ms)
- Seasoning Butter: 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted, 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional for heat), 1/2 tsp fine sea salt
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Step 2:
- In a large bowl, toss bagel slices with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, parsley, and kosher salt until evenly coated.
- Step 3:
- Arrange bagel slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket (work in batches if needed.) Air fry for 5–7 minutes, shaking halfway through, until golden and crisp. Let cool completely.
- Step 4:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled bagel chips, pretzels, almonds, pecans, and cheddar crackers.
- Step 5:
- In a small bowl, mix melted butter, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, cayenne (if using), and sea salt.
- Step 6:
- Drizzle seasoning butter over the snack mix. Toss gently to coat evenly.
- Step 7:
- Return the mix (in batches) to the air fryer basket and air fry at 300°F (150°C) for 3–4 minutes, shaking once, until fragrant and lightly toasted.
- Step 8:
- Let the mix cool completely. Once cool, stir in holiday chocolate candies.
- Step 9:
- Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
Pin it This snack mix always brings back warm family memories of holiday gatherings and sharing tasty treats together.
Required Tools
Air fryer, large mixing bowl, small mixing bowl, knife and cutting board, spoon or spatula, airtight storage container
Allergen Information
Contains Wheat (bagels, pretzels, crackers), Milk (cheese crackers, chocolate candies), Tree Nuts (almonds, pecans), Soy (Worcestershire sauce, some chocolates). May contain traces of peanuts and other allergens depending on brands used.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 310, Total Fat: 18 g, Carbohydrates: 32 g, Protein: 7 g (per serving of approx 1 cup)
Pin it This festive mix is sure to be a hit at your holiday parties or as a thoughtful homemade gift!
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → What bagels work best for the chip base?
Plain bagels sliced thinly create the ideal crispy chips when air-fried, providing a sturdy base for the mix.
- → Can I substitute nuts in this mix?
Yes, roasted almonds and pecans can be swapped for other nuts or omitted entirely for a nut-free version.
- → How do I ensure the bagel chips become crispy?
Slice bagels evenly and air fry at 350°F, shaking halfway through, until golden and crisp. Cooling completely maintains crunch.
- → Is the seasoning spicy?
The seasoning has a mild smoky paprika flavor with optional cayenne for heat, which can be adjusted or omitted as desired.
- → How long can the mix be stored?
Store in an airtight container for up to one week to keep the mix fresh and crunchy.
- → Can I use a standard oven instead of an air fryer?
While an oven can work, the air fryer helps achieve extra crispness and reduces cooking time substantially.