Original Ranch Snack Mix
Get ready to elevate your snacking game with this irresistible Original Ranch Snack Mix, a quick and easy recipe perfect for parties, movie nights, or everyday munching! This savory blend of Chex cereal, pretzels, cheese crackers, and dry roasted peanuts comes to life with the bold, zesty flavors of ranch dressing mix and a hint of garlic powder. Coated in buttery goodness and perfectly toasted in the oven, each bite delivers a delightful crunch and a burst of flavor. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile snack serves a crowd and can be made ahead for ultimate convenience. Serve it in a big bowl for gatherings, or portion it into snack bags for an on-the-go treat. Deliciously addictive and easy to prepare, this ranch-flavored snack mix is a must-try for all your savory cravings!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Chex cereal (corn, rice, or both)
- 2 cups Pretzels
- 2 cups Cheese crackers
- 1 cup Dry roasted peanuts
- 1 packet Ranch dressing mix
- 0.33 cup Butter
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the Chex cereal, pretzels, cheese crackers, and peanuts. Stir gently to mix the ingredients evenly.
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter (about 30 seconds to 1 minute).
Once melted, add the ranch dressing mix and garlic powder to the butter, stirring well to create a smooth, flavorful coating.
Pour the butter mixture over the snack mix in the large bowl, tossing carefully with a spatula to ensure all pieces are evenly coated.
Spread the snack mix out evenly onto the prepared baking sheet, forming a single layer.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even toasting.
Remove the snack mix from the oven and let it cool completely on the baking sheet until it becomes crispy.
Once cooled, transfer the snack mix to an airtight container for storage or serve immediately. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3298 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 175.4 g | 225% | |
| Saturated Fat | 52.6 g | 263% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 27.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 182 mg | 61% | |
| Sodium | 4542 mg | 197% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 366.0 g | 133% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.4 g | 91% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.9 g | ||
| Protein | 72.4 g | 145% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.3 mcg | 41% | |
| Calcium | 1320 mg | 102% | |
| Iron | 39.9 mg | 222% | |
| Potassium | 1710 mg | 36% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
