Sweet & Salty Party Mix
Sweet & Salty Party Mix is a popular American snack blend that combines crunchy cereals, pretzels, nuts, and sometimes popcorn or crackers, all coated in a buttery, seasoned glaze. It's a classic homemade treat often served at gatherings, holidays, and game days, with endless variations for customization.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This mix is typically high in carbohydrates and fat, with a moderate amount of protein from nuts and cereal. A standard serving provides a quick energy boost and notable amounts of iron and B vitamins from the fortified cereals, with a calorie range of 150-250 per cup depending on the specific recipe.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 220 kcal |
| Protein | 5 g |
| Carbs | 28 g |
| Fat | 11 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 8 g |
| Sodium | 380 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.3 mg |
| Folate | 60 mcg |
| Magnesium | 40 mg |
| Phosphorus | 100 mg |
| Zinc | 1.2 mg |
| Copper | 0.2 mg |
| Manganese | 0.8 mg |
Per 1 cup (approx. 120 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The combination of sweet and salty flavors is a classic example of 'flavor layering' that stimulates multiple taste receptors, making it highly palatable and often hard to stop eating. Nutritionally, the mix offers a balance of quick-digesting carbs and some healthy fats, though it's generally considered an indulgent snack rather than a nutrient-dense food.
