Description
A crunchy, savory snack that’s quick to make and perfect for parties, game day, or movie nights, featuring tangy ranch seasoning and optional shredded cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups Chex cereal
- 1 cup small pretzels
- 1 cup cheese crackers
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1 packet ranch dressing mix
- 1 cup shredded cheese (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Measure the Chex cereal, pretzels, and cheese crackers into a large mixing bowl.
- Combine the melted butter with the ranch dressing mix, garlic powder, and onion powder in a separate bowl. Drizzle this seasoned butter over the cereal, pretzels, and crackers. Gently stir with a spatula until the pieces are evenly coated.
- Spread the coated mixture in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes.
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the mix cool completely. Add shredded cheese if desired, and toss to coat before serving.
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg