Mexican Pick-Up Sticks

Jun 05, 2023June 5, 20230 0

Mexican Pick-Up Sticks, a yummy and crunchy snack to delight your cravings

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

10 min

Cook

12 min

Ready In

22 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

562

Sugar

Fat

36g

Mexican Pick-Up Sticks are a crunchy snack that combines the goodness of pretzels, nuts, and seasoned spices. People of all ages can enjoy this treat anytime, anywhere. This traditional recipe is easy, delicious, and a fun way to enjoy a snack that hits the spot. You can have it on a movie night, a lazy afternoon, or even as a party snack. Mexican Pick-Up Sticks are loved by everybody, and the best part is, it's so easy to make!

Instructions

1.	Preheat your oven to 350°F.
2.	In a large bowl, mix the French-fried onions, potato sticks, Spanish peanuts, pecans, and pretzel sticks.
3.	In a separate small bowl, mix the melted butter and taco seasoning mix.
4.	Drizzle the seasoned melted butter over the mixed ingredients and toss well.
5.	Take a baking tray and line it with parchment paper.
6.	Spread the mixture on the tray, pressing it down gently.
7.	Bake for 10-12 minutes or until everything turns golden and crunchy.
8.	Let it cool and serve.

PROS

Mexican Pick-Up Sticks are an easy-to-make, fairly healthy, and satisfying snack option.

They are perfect for parties and get-togethers.

CONS

They are high in sodium, that’s why you should not eat it too often as a snack.

It has a few allergens such as peanuts and pecans that can affect people who are allergic to them.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Mexican Pick-Up Sticks contain essential vitamins and minerals that make them a healthy snack.
The ingredients used are rich in protein, fibers, and healthy fats helping in digestion and boosting energy levels.
They also help lower cholesterol levels, maintain body weight, and regulate blood sugar levels.

	2 cans French-fried onions
	2 cans potato sticks
	1 can Spanish peanuts
	1 cup pecans
	1 1/2 cups broken pretzel sticks
	1 package taco seasoning mix
	1/3 cup melted butter