Description
Ranch Chex Mix Snack is the ultimate crunchy delight that combines the best of savory flavors for an irresistible snack. Perfectly seasoned with zesty ranch dressing, this mix features a medley of rice cereal, pretzels, cheese crackers, and nuts, making it an ideal choice for any gathering—from parties to game days or even lunchboxes. Simple to prepare in just 30 minutes, this crowd-pleaser is customizable to suit your tastes while remaining budget-friendly. Whether you enjoy it on its own or pair it with your favorite dips, Ranch Chex Mix will leave everyone craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 cups Rice Chex cereal
- 2 cups cashews or cocktail peanuts
- 5 cups pretzels
- 3 cups cheese crackers
- 2 cups oyster crackers
- 4 ½ tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 ounce ranch seasoning dry powder
- 2 teaspoons mustard powder
- ¼ cup grated parmesan
- ½ tablespoon dried parsley flakes
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 300°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine Rice Chex cereal, cashews (or peanuts), pretzels, cheese crackers, and oyster crackers. Toss gently.
- Melt the unsalted butter and pour over the mixture. In a separate bowl, mix ranch seasoning, mustard powder, parmesan, and parsley; sprinkle over the snack mix and toss until evenly coated.
- Spread the mixture evenly on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 30 minutes, stirring halfway through.
- Let cool completely before transferring to an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg