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Ranch Chex Mix Snack Recipe

Ranch Chex Mix Snack Recipe
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A deliciously crunchy and savory Ranch Chex Mix Snack made with a blend of cereals, crackers, nuts, and a flavorful ranch seasoning mix. Perfect for parties, snacking, or road trips, this easy-to-make snack combines a buttery coating with tangy ranch powder, parmesan, and dried parsley for irresistible taste.

Ingredients

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Dry Mix:

  • 5 cups rice cereal (such as Rice Chex cereal)
  • 2 cups cashews or cocktail mix peanuts
  • 5 cups pretzels
  • 3 cups cheese crackers
  • 2 cups oyster crackers

Seasoning Blend:

  • 1 ounce ranch seasoning dry powder
  • 2 teaspoons mustard powder
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 tablespoon dried parsley flakes

Other Ingredients:

  • 4 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 300 degrees Fahrenheit and line a large rimmed jelly roll sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  2. Combine Dry Ingredients: In an extra-large mixing bowl, mix together the rice cereal, cashews or cocktail peanuts, pretzels, cheese crackers, and oyster crackers. Gently toss them using large slotted spoons to ensure even distribution.
  3. Add Butter: Melt the unsalted butter in the microwave and pour it evenly over the dry mix. Toss the mixture thoroughly so that all pieces are lightly coated with butter.
  4. Prepare Seasoning Mix: In a small bowl, combine the ranch seasoning powder, mustard powder, grated parmesan cheese, and dried parsley flakes. Sprinkle this seasoning blend evenly over the buttery snack mix.
  5. Mix Seasoned Snack: Gently toss the snack mixture again, ensuring that the seasoning coats all components evenly for maximum flavor.
  6. Bake: Spread the mixture evenly on the prepared baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, stirring and tossing the mixture halfway through baking to prevent burning and promote even crispiness.
  7. Cool & Store: Once baked, remove from the oven and allow the Chex mix to cool completely on the baking sheet. Store cooled mix in an airtight container to maintain freshness and crunchiness.

Notes

  • Use unsalted butter to control sodium levels in the recipe.
  • You can substitute cashews with other nuts such as almonds or peanuts based on preference.
  • For a spicier mix, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the seasoning blend.
  • Store the snack in an airtight container at room temperature to keep it fresh for up to one week.
  • If you prefer a gluten-free version, ensure all crackers and cereals used are certified gluten-free.

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