Name: Nutty bolts
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 20
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: nutrigrain cereal 4 cups; mixed nuts 2 cups; raisins 1 cup; vegetable oil 3/4 cup vegetable oil; curry powder 1 teaspoon; garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon; french onion soup mix 1 x 35 grams (1 1/4 oz) packet; white pepper 1/2 teaspoon

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Nutty bolts – moreish, crunchy and spicy

Nutty Bolts are a winner to have on hand for the holidays. Moreish, crunchy and spicy they’re the perfect nibble to have with a glass of bubbles or a cold beer. Nutty Bolts were an ’80’s trend, but, as we know a good retro recipe never tires.

ingredients for nutty bolts in individual bowls — ingredients ready to mix

We love preparing ahead for the holidays and Nutty Bolts freeze extremely well in an airtight container. Simply remove the Nutty Bolts from the freezer and they’re ready to serve.

stir the oil and nutrigrain ready to bake for the nuts and bolts — give it a good mix

adding oil to the nutrigrain in a glass bowl to make nuts and bolts — add oil

nutrigrain in a glass bowl as part of the ingredients for nuts and bolts — Nutrigrain

dish of roasted Nutrigrain with a metal spoon and mixed nuts, raisins and the seasoning mix added to make nuts and bolts — give the seasoning mix a good stir

Nutty bolts on a baking dish of roasted Nutri Grain with a metal spoon and mixed nuts and raisins added to make nuts and bolts — raisins added to baked Nutrigrain

black baking dish of roasted Nutri Grain with a metal spoon and mixed nuts added to make nuts and bolts — add nuts to baked Nutrigrain

Make Nutty Bolts your own

When swapping fruits and nuts around, try to keep the ratio the same.

Try different nut combinations

add whatever nuts you like
try just peanuts or almonds

Mix up the fruit combinations

sultanas or golden raisins
cranberries
dried apricots
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We would love to hear from you in the comments below when you make these moreish nutty bolts.

20 serves

Nutty bolts

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes

Spicy, crunchy and moreish Nutty Bolts are a perfect nibble to have for over the holidays. They freeze perfectly, so can be made in advance of the rush. Swap out the nuts or cereal to make your own version.

Ingredients

nutrigrain cereal 4 cups
mixed nuts 2 cups
raisins 1 cup
vegetable oil 3/4 cup vegetable oil
curry powder 1 teaspoon
garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon
french onion soup mix 1 x 35 grams (1 1/4 oz) packet
white pepper 1/2 teaspoon

Instructions

preheat oven to 150 c (300 f) on bake, not fan
in a large baking dish add oil and nutrigrain tossing to coat
place baking tray into oven on middle shelf
set your timer for 3 minutes then remove nutrigrain and give it all a good toss and return to oven
cook for 20-25 minutes, still tossing every 2-3 minutes till nutrigrain takes on a golden colour - see notes
remove pan from oven
add all other ingredients tossing thoroughly
leave to cool
serve and enjoy!

Notes

nutty bolts freezes well
it's important to turn then every two to three minutes as they will burn quickly

Nutrition Information

Yield

Serving Size

1
Amount Per Serving Calories 219Total Fat 17gSaturated Fat 2gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 14gCholesterol 2mgSodium 102mgCarbohydrates 14gFiber 2gSugar 6gProtein 4g

Nutritional information provided here is only intended as a guide.

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