Description

Make this Ranch Chex Mix Snack for your next party! Packed with rice cereal, pretzels, cheese crackers, and a flavorful ranch seasoning, it’s a crunchy and irresistible snack everyone will love.

Ingredients

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For the Snack Mix:

5 cups rice cereal (e.g., Rice Chex)
2 cups cashews or cocktail mix peanuts
5 cups pretzels
3 cups cheese crackers
2 cups oyster crackers

For the Seasoning:

4 1/2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
1 oz ranch seasoning dry powder
2 tsp mustard powder
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 tbsp dried parsley flakes

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Line a large rimmed jelly roll pan or baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients

In an extra-large mixing bowl, combine the rice cereal, peanuts, pretzels, cheese crackers, and oyster crackers. Toss gently using large slotted spoons to combine.

Step 3: Add the Butter

Melt the butter in the microwave or on the stovetop. Pour it over the dry ingredients, tossing gently to coat evenly.

Step 4: Add the Seasoning

In a small bowl, mix ranch seasoning powder, mustard powder, Parmesan cheese, and parsley flakes. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the snack mix and toss again to ensure even coating.

Step 5: Bake

Spread the mixture evenly over the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 30 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even toasting.

Step 6: Cool and Store

Remove from the oven and let the mix cool completely. Transfer to an airtight container for storage.

Notes

Customize Your Mix: Swap out or add ingredients like bagel chips, popcorn, or other nuts to suit your preferences.
Double the Batch: This snack mix is so good it disappears quickly—consider making extra for larger gatherings!
Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.