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Snacks And Munchies Recipes (29 Recipes, 1 Article)

Published On: 5/3/2019 Last Modified: 6/16/2025

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Sweet? Hot? Crunchy? Savory? Name your poison. What do you reach for when you have a snack craving? We’ve got some killer recipes that will make your mouth water and wow your guests.

rosemary roasted nuts

The Ultimate Guide To Making Roasted Nuts And Snack Mix At Home

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Spicy, savory, sweet roasted nuts are always a hit as a snack. Serve them straight, mixed with dried fruit, or sprinkled as garnish.
pecans with a sweet glaze

Got Beer? Snack On These Beefy Beer Nuts Between Sips

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

This recipe for grill roasted nuts is an instant party pleaser. Serve them at any tailgating party or backyard BBQ and grilling party.
Trail mix in a jar

Homemade Trail Mix Recipe: Don’t Take A Step Without This Sweet-N-Salty Mix

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

If you like trail mix then you're sure to love this customizable recipe for making your own blend at home.
pickled jalapeno on a cracker

Candied Pickled Jalapeños: Champion’s Cowboy Candy Recipe

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Add some sweet heat to sandwiches, favorite side dishes, cornbread, and much more for this recipe for Cowboy Candy, a.k.a. candied jalapenos.
stuffed pepper holder

The Smoked Jalapeno Poppers Recipe That Puts All Others to Shame

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

A cheesy appetizer with a kick, this grilled jalapeño popper recipe is sure to please, and the smoked version is better than the fried one.
Smoked Jalapeno Poppers

The Only Jalapeño Poppers Recipe You’ll Ever Need

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Clint Cantwell, AmazingRibs.com President And BBQ Personality

If you're searching for the perfect appetizer then you're sure to love this tested recipe for grilled jalapeno poppers. Known in certain BBQ circles as ABTs, these cheese-stuffed, bacon-wrapped jalapenos are certain to disappear as soon as you serve them.
Smoked bacon wrapped meatballs

MOINK Balls, The Easiest Grilled Appetizer Ever

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Clint Cantwell, AmazingRibs.com President And BBQ Personality

We'll bet you can't stop at just one of these tasty smoked bacon-wrapped meatballs, a.k.a MOINK balls. Click here for the recipe.
pulled pork egg rolls

Got Leftover Pork? Try These Pulled Pork Egg Rolls

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Clint Cantwell, AmazingRibs.com President And BBQ Personality

If you have some leftover pulled pork, here's a creative recipe that lets you enjoy it again in a different way: in spicy, savory pulled pork egg rolls.
Deep fried pickles in a serving platter

Fried Pickles Are An Addictive Appetizer, Especially When Prepared On The Grill

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Clint Cantwell, AmazingRibs.com President And BBQ Personality

Why fry inside? Coated in a light and airy tempura batter, this delicious fried pickle recipe is a novel appetizer for your next cookout.
chicken skin and chicken thigh sandwich

Chicken Skin Cracklins Are The Zero Waste Snack You’ve Been Craving

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Don't throw away those chicken skins! Cook them up into crispy, savory cracklins to snack on or serve as a garnish with the cooked poultry.
colorful pickled eggs

This Colorful Pickled Eggs Recipe Will Brighten Your Day

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

In addition to vinegar, sugar, and spices in this recipe, our pickled eggs are stained purple with beet juice for wow factor.
spicy pickled eggs

Try A Spicy Pickled Eggs Recipe For Kicks

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Dave Joachim, AmazingRibs.com Editorial Director

This recipe gives the pickled eggs a touch of spice and a good strong punch of tartness from the vinegar. Click here for details.
golden fried cheese crisp

Frico Cheese Crisps Recipe

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

If you love the crispy bits of cheese that stick to the griddle when you make grilled cheese, frico will become your favorite munchie.
boursin cheese package

Save Money By Mixing Up Boursin And Rondelé Cheese Spread At Home

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

If you're a fan of store bought Boursin cheese spread, then you'll love this homemade version for a fraction of the cost!
Pimento cheese on a cracker

Best Pimento Cheese Recipe Ever

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

In the South, you cannot have a social gathering without Pimento Cheese sandwiches, and it's better when you make it yourself.
white bowl filled with orange cheese spread

This Easy Pimento Cheese Stirs Up Almost Instantly

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Ok. I get it. Pimento cheese is a classic. And you don't mess with classics. But I'm a devotee of delicious, and this is downright delicious.
pimento cheese sandwich

You Say Smoked Pimento Cheese is Fancy? I Say It’s Fantastic!

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Pimento cheese is a canvas. A springboard for creativity. Shredded cheddar, mayo, and chopped pimentos are just the start.
tomatoes

Fresh Pico De Gallo Adds Zip To Countless Dishes

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Fresh tomatoes, scallions, jalapeno, and cilantro are the cornerstones of our addictively delicious recipe for homemade pico de gallo.
maple taffy

How to Make Maple Taffy On Snow

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Chewy and rich, maple taffy's texture and flavor are a real treat. Since it is made in the snow, this recipe is sure to be a hit with kids.
pecan halves

Fragrant Roasted Pecans, The Ultimate BBQ Snack

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Say goodbye to store bought roasted pecans forever thanks to this fragrant home made version. Click here for the recipe.
candied pecans

Candied Pecans From The Grill Are Sinfully Delicious

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Candied pecans are always a hit as a snack and this recipe takes them over the top by roasting them on the grill.
pecans with a sweet glaze

Roast Up Sweet, Smoky, Nutty Flavor With Grill Roasted Maple Ginger Pecans

By:

Clint Cantwell, AmazingRibs.com President And BBQ Personality

Real maple syrup and ginger powder are an unexpectedly delicious addition to grill roasted candied pecans.
Pile of almonds with flavorful spices

Homemade BBQ Almonds, Grill Roasted With Memphis Dust Rub

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Smoking almonds at home couldn't be easier and the addition of Meathead's Memphis Dust BBQ rub takes them to a new level.
salted smoked almonds

Grill Smoked Almonds Beat The Canned Stuff Hands Down

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Canned smoked almonds taste just okay. Smoking nuts on the grill makes them truly extraordinary. Click here to learn how.
smoked almonds with simon and garfunkel rub

Homemade Smoked Almonds With Simon & Garfunkel Rub

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Smoked to perfection on the grill and seasoned with AmazingRibs.com's popular Simon & Garfunkel rub, these almonds are a crowd favorite.
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satay peanuts

Grill Roasted Peanuts With A Touch Of Thailand

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Fans of Thai satay with peanut dipping sauce are sure to love this recipe for grill roasted satay peanuts.
A pile of lightly glazed cashew nuts

Use Your Grill to Roast Cashews to Smoky-Sweet Perfection

By:

Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

If you like cashews (and really who doesn't?), this flavorful recipe takes them over the top by roasting them on the grill.
A pile of lightly glazed cashews

Pack in the Flavor With These Full Flavored Homemade Rosemary Cashews

By:

Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Rosemary adds an unexpectedly fresh and fragrant touch to these homemade grill roasted cashews. Click here for the recipe.
A pile of lightly glazed cashew nuts

Grill Roasting Makes These Five Spice Cashews Perfect

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Five spice powder adds an Asian flair to homemade grill roasted cashews. This flavorful recipe is perfect for any BBQ party.
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curried cashews

Grill Roasted Curry Lime Cashews

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Curry and lime elevate roasted cashews to new levels of deliciousness. Cashews are tossed in a flavorful mixture before being smoked.

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