This crowd-pleasing snack mix is the kind of thing that disappears fast at parties, movie nights, or afternoon snacking sessions — crunchy, savory, a little sweet, and just the right amount of addictive. The secret is a warm glaze made with butter, maple syrup, brown sugar, tamari, and smoked paprika that coats every single piece before a long, slow bake at 250°F locks in that irresistible crunch. Store-bought snack mixes can be a minefield of hidden gluten, but this one is built from the ground up with certified gluten free rice and corn cereal squares, gluten free pretzels, popcorn, and mixed nuts — so you know exactly what's in every handful. Tamari stands in for traditional soy sauce and delivers that same deep, umami backbone without any wheat. A pinch of cayenne is optional, but if you like a little heat sneaking up behind the sweetness, don't skip it. The mix bakes low and slow for 45 minutes with regular stirring, then crisps up even more as it cools on the pan — patience pays off here. With 8 servings in a single batch, it's easy to make ahead and store for the week, assuming it lasts that long.
About FigFig is a food discovery app that helps you find foods and recipes that fit your dietary needs. Whether you have food allergies, intolerances, or follow a specific diet, Fig makes it easy to eat with confidence.
Learn more →8 servings
Preheat the oven to 250°F (120°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
Combine the rice cereal squares, corn cereal squares, gluten free pretzels, popcorn, and mixed nuts in a large mixing bowl and toss to mix.
Create a Fig account for step-by-step instructions, access to our full recipe library, and more!
(16k)
