Snacks

Snacks

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a small amount of food that is eaten between meals, or a very small meal:

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to eat small amounts of food between meals:

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Definitions & Sample Sentences

  • The snacks in question may refer to chicken and chips or fish.
  • Even a small food company must know what ingredients they use in bread or snacks.

1. Savory Snack Mix

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups mixed nuts (almonds, cashews, peanuts)
  • 1 cup pretzels
  • 1 cup popcorn (popped)
  • 1 cup cheese-flavored crackers
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt to taste

Instructions:

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine mixed nuts, pretzels, popcorn, and cheese-flavored crackers.
  3. Seasoning: In a small bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and salt. Drizzle over the snack mixture and toss to coat evenly.
  4. Bake: Spread the snack mix on a baking sheet in an even layer. Bake for 10-15 minutes, stirring halfway through, until lightly toasted.
  5. Cool and Serve: Let cool before serving. Store in an airtight container.

2. Chocolate-Covered Pretzel Bites

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups small pretzels (rods or twists)
  • 1 cup chocolate chips (milk or dark)
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter or almond butter
  • Sea salt for sprinkling (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Melt Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth.
  2. Assemble Bites: Dip each pretzel into the melted chocolate, ensuring it’s fully coated. Use a fork to lift it out and allow excess chocolate to drip off.
  3. Add Filling: For added flavor, spread a small amount of peanut butter or almond butter on one pretzel and top with another pretzel to create a sandwich.
  4. Sprinkle Salt: Place the chocolate-covered pretzels on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. If desired, sprinkle a tiny pinch of sea salt on top.
  5. Cool: Let the chocolate set at room temperature or place in the fridge for quicker setting. Once firm, serve or store in an airtight container.

3. Snack-Filled Mini Muffins

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup of your favorite snacks (e.g., chocolate chips, crushed pretzels, mini marshmallows, or dried fruit)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a mini muffin tin.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, mix milk, vegetable oil, and egg until well combined.
  4. Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Gently fold in your choice of snacks.
  5. Fill Muffin Tin: Spoon the batter into the mini muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
  6. Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool slightly before removing from the tin.
  7. Serve: Enjoy warm or at room temperature as a fun snack!

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