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Cheez it Spicy Recipe​

Cheez It Spicy Recipe

This Cheez It Spicy Recipe is a crunchy, cheesy snack with a fiery kick. Quick to prepare, customizable to your spice preference, and perfect for game nights, parties, or an afternoon snack. Author Use Default (Don’t show) Servings 4 people Estimated Cost $5 Times Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes Resting Time: 0 minutes Total Time: 15 minutes Categories Snack, Appetizer Cuisines American, Fusion Keywords Cheez It Spicy Recipe, Spicy Snack, Cheesy Snack, Party Snack
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 13 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American, Fusion
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups Cheez-Its about 1 standard box
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or melted butter
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • ½ tsp cayenne pepper optional for extra heat
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • ¼ tsp garlic powder
  • ¼ tsp salt adjust to taste
  • 1 tbsp grated Parmesan optional garnish

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine Cheez-Its, olive oil (or melted butter), chili powder, cayenne, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and salt. Toss until evenly coated.
  4. Spread the Cheez-Its in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 10 minutes, stirring halfway, until the Cheez-Its are crispy and the spices are fragrant.
  6. Remove from oven and sprinkle with grated Parmesan if desired.
  7. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
  8. Nutrition (per serving)
  9. Calories: ~250 kcal
  10. Protein: 6 g
  11. Fat: 15 g
  12. Carbohydrates: 25 g
  13. Fiber: 1 g

Notes

Adjust the spice level by adding more or less cayenne.
Store leftovers in an airtight container to maintain crunchiness.
Try different seasonings like ranch, BBQ, or garlic parmesan for variations.