Cheese Nippies

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves: 6 Cuisine: American

Cheese Nippies are crispy, cheesy snacks with a spicy kick, perfect for parties or a savory treat. The combination of rice cereal, grated cheese, and a hint of Tabasco creates a flavorful, crunchy snack that appeals to cheese lovers and snack enthusiasts alike.

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Ingredients

  • 1 c. shortening
  • 2 drops Tabasco
  • 3 tsp. salt
  • 4 c. rice crisp cereal
  • 5 c. grated cheese

Instructions

  1. Melt the shortening in a shallow, large pan.
  2. Add Tabasco and salt, then stir in the rice crisp cereal and grated cheese until well combined.
  3. Place the mixture in a moderate oven at 350°F and stir occasionally for 15 minutes.
  4. Remove from oven and enjoy as a crunchy snack.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

377 kcal 19% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 5.9g 12% DV
Total Fat 28.8g 37% DV
Carbs 24.5g 9% DV
Fiber 0.2g 1% DV
Sugar 5g 10% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10162mg 100% DV
Potassium 89mg 2% DV
Cholesterol 9mg 3% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 312.5mcg 35% DV
Vitamin C 16.1mg 18% DV
Vitamin D 1.9mcg 10% DV
Calcium 147.8mg 11% DV
Iron 8.4mg 46% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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