Mexican Pick Up Sticks Recipe

This irresistible Mexican Pick Up Sticks recipe is a family-friendly snack mix perfect for game nights, parties, or a quick and easy after-school treat! Crispy tortilla chips, pretzels, and Chex mix are tossed in a savory blend of taco seasoning and melted butter, then baked to crunchy perfection. Get ready for a flavor explosion!

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 60 mins

Calories 368.3 kcal

Protein 20g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Mexican Pick Up Sticks

French Fried Onions
Potato Sticks
Spanish Peanuts
Pecans
Pretzel Sticks
Taco Seasoning Mix
Butter

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How to Make Mexican Pick Up Sticks

Preheat oven to 250°F (120°C).
In a large bowl, combine 6 cups tortilla chips, 3 cups pretzels, 2 cups Chex cereal (any variety), 1 cup corn nuts, and 1/2 cup chopped peanuts.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons taco seasoning and 1/2 cup melted butter.
Pour the butter mixture over the snack mix and stir gently to coat evenly.
Spread the mixture in a single layer in a large (9x13 inch) baking dish.
Bake for 55 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes, until golden brown and crispy.
Let cool completely before serving. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

Fat

38g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Mexican Pick Up Sticks?

Mexican Pick Up Sticks takes about 75 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 60 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Mexican Pick Up Sticks?

Mexican Pick Up Sticks has approximately 368.3 calories per serving, with about 20 g protein, 3 g carbohydrates and 51 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Mexican Pick Up Sticks?

The key ingredients for Mexican Pick Up Sticks are French Fried Onions, Potato Sticks, Spanish Peanuts, Pecans, Pretzel Sticks, Taco Seasoning Mix. See the full list with measurements above.