Crowd-Pleasing Snack Mixes

Channel an East Coast crab shack with seafood spice and the oyster crackers traditionally served with hearty chowders.

Crunchy and studded with thyme, these almonds pair perfectly with manchego and sherry.

The molasses-like flavor of dark brown sugar is pepped up with cayenne pepper.

This brittle-like candy is more exciting than traditional spiced nuts in a bowl.

Flavors such as ginger and coconut lend a hint of Thai flair.

The fresh burst of citrus comes from freshly grated orange zest.

Grown-up flavors of Parmesan and olive oil elevate the usual suspects (cereal and pretzels) in this mix.

Just the right mix of salty and sweet, these nuts are glazed to perfection.

Rosemary is an unexpected twist in this zesty mix of corn cereal, pretzels, and peanuts.

Spicy and citrusy, these cashews beg for a bottle of ice-cold beer.

Candied chickpeas might sound unusual, but we can’t get enough of the crunchy, sweet coating.

Don’t be afraid of a little heat. Adobo sauce and cayenne add nice spice to this mix.

It's a fine line between crystallized and caramelized, so keep a close eye on this sugar mixture. Create a sampler by adding Adobo Peanuts, Chinese Five-Spice Pecans, Coconut-Curry Cashews, and Maple-Candied Walnuts.

Mixed nuts are ideal for entertaining because they can be made ahead. These almonds can be stored for up to a week.

Crunchy roasted chickpeas are well suited to a variety of spices—we used smoky-sweet garam masala.

Cooking for a crowd? This spicy-sweet walnut recipe can easily be doubled.