The best Nuts and Bolts Recipe (2024)

by ohsobusymum 7 Comments

Nuts and Bolts is a savoury Christmas recipe that uses nutri grain and nuts. It makes the perfect festive snack or Christmas gifts. My Nuts and Bolts Recipe is a bit different from the other ones that you can find online because it requires you to bake the nuts and bolts, which adds to the flavour. It really is the best nuts and bolts recipe!

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This nuts and bolts recipe is a family recipe, and I have adapted it slightly over the years. Now, this recipe makes a huge batch that you can store in an airtight container or gift some to family and friends.

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Ingredients

  • Nutri Grain
  • Salted peanuts
  • Peanut oil
  • French onion soup mix
  • Curry powder
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In a large bowl (or 2 bowls if you don't have one large enough), mix the nutri grain and.

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In a separate bowl, combine soup mix, curry powder and oil.

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Mix well until all the soup has dissolved in the oil.

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Tip over the nutri grain and mix well using a spatula.

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Spread out over 2 large trays.

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Bake for 30 minutes at 150 degrees, mixing every 10 minutes.

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Tips when making the Nuts and Bolts Recipe

  • You can add what you like to this nuts and bolts recipe. You can add sultanas, pretzels and other types of nuts.
  • Make sure you turn them every 10 minutes so they don't burn.

The Best Nuts and Bolts Recipe

Cheree - {Oh So Busy Mum}

Nuts and Bolts is a savoury Christmas recipe that uses nutri grain and nuts. It makes the perfect festive snack or Christmas gifts. My Nuts and Bolts Recipe differs from the other ones you can find online because it requires you to bake the nuts and bolts, which adds to the flavour. It is the best nuts and bolts recipe!

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Prep Time 3 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 33 minutes mins

Servings 10 plus

Ingredients

  • 765 grams nutri grain 1 large box
  • 750 grams salted peanuts 2 packets
  • 2 cups peanut oil
  • 3 packets french onion soup mix You can also use cream of chicken
  • 6 teaspoon curry powder

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, combine nutri grain and nuts.

  • In a separate bowl, combine soup mix, curry powder and oil.

  • Add the oil mix to the nutri grain and mix well ensuring all the nutra grain is covered.

  • Spread over a large tray and bake for 30 minutes at 150 degrees, mixing EVERY 10 minutes. You need to mix every 10 minutes or they will burn.

  • Remove from the oven and allow to cool.

  • Store in an air tight container for 3 months.

Notes

    You can add what you like to this nuts and bolts recipe. You can add sultanas, pretzels and other types of nuts.

    Make sure you turn them every 10 minutes so they don't burn.

    The nutritional information provided is computer generated and is only an estimate. This data is provided as a courtesy for informational purposes only.

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    Comments

    1. Sue

      The best Nuts and Bolts Recipe (15)
      A friend made some of these with this same sort of recipe and gave to us as a little pressie. Oh so tasty.
      Thanks for posting the recipe.
      Think this will be our favourite nibbly recipe all year round.

      Reply

    2. Merissa

      Hi Cheree,
      Have you used coconut oil instead of peanut oil? Just twondering if it would taste ok with that substitute?

      Reply

    3. Sammi

      Hi Charee, love your little blog. Thanks for all the tips!! Do you think black and gold nutrigrain equivalent would work?

      Also are u related to a Shane?

      Reply

      • ohsobusymum

        That will be fine.

        Reply

    4. Kelly

      The best Nuts and Bolts Recipe (16)
      Delicious just like nan used to make

      Reply

    5. Gaby

      Hi was wondering can you do these in an Air Fryer

      Reply

    6. Chaz

      Awesome recipe and make sure you turn them as they can burn I find a couple of roasting trays in the oven are easiest and tip from 1 to the next as the bottom becomes.the top

      Reply

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    The best Nuts and Bolts Recipe (2024)

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    What can I use instead of bugles in nuts and Bolts? ›

    If you don't have Bugles or prefer an alternative for your Nuts and Pretzels snack mix, you can substitute them with another type of crunchy snack or chip. Some good alternatives to Bugles include corn chips (such as Fritos), mini ice cream cones (without the ice cream, of course), or even rolled tortilla chips.

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    My personal favourite choices are Cheerios, shreddy, pretzel sticks, peanuts, Goldfish, Cheezits, pecans, and Worchester sauce. Nuts and Bolt have a long history dating back to the early 1950s.

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    Make Ahead Instructions: Chex mix tastes freshest when served within 2-3 days of making it, but it will last stored in an air-tight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks. Freezing Instructions: Chex mix freezes great! Store in freezer-safe container or bag for up to 3 months.

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    Sometimes I use a mix of Chex cereals if I'm out of Crispix. I like the recipe with less salt as well, the pretzels and butter add just enough.

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    Bugles were discontinued in Canada in early 2010 due to a decrease in customer demand, but were soon brought back in November 2011 due to a renew in demand.

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    These are a delicious corn chip that holds up well to this recipe and provides the salty crunch to the snack mix. If you can't find Bugles, you could use pretzel twists or another corn chip like Fritos.

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    What are nuts and bolts made of? ›

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    Is it cheaper to make or buy Chex Mix? ›

    Homemade Chex Mix Is Cheaper AND More Delicious Than The Store-Bought Stuff. Chex Mix offers variety: the crisp cereal, toasty pretzels, the unique crunch of the bagel chips. This homemade recipe puts the store-bought to shame.

    How do you keep homemade Chex Mix from getting soggy? ›

    To avoid soggy Chex mix, make sure to toss the ingredients well with the butter mixture and spread out on a large pan. Keeping toasting in the oven and tossing until the Chex mix is well-coated and dry. It will further dry out as it cools.

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    Using too much liquid. Don't go over the recipe's suggested liquid amounts; that is a sure way to get soggy mix (which, again, nobody wants). Follow this tip: If you need to make a change in liquid ingredients, just keep the amount the same.

    Why is Crispix so good? ›

    We love the crunchy texture, savory flavor, and the hint of sweetness in every bite.

    What is the most heart healthy cereal? ›

    Which Breakfast Cereals Really Help Your Heart?
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    • Bob's Red Mill Crunchy Coconut Granola. ...
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    Did Crispix get discontinued? ›

    A variation of original Crispix introduced in late 2001 in the US known as Cinnamon Crunch Crispix was described by Kellogg's as a "[c]rispy corn and rice cereal with a cinnamon taste." Cinnamon Crunch Crispix joined a number of cereals discontinued by Kellogg's after disappointing sales.

    What can I use to unscrew a nut? ›

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    Original Bugles

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