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Ranch Chex Mix (with Brown Butter)

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 8 cups
Calories 250
A flavorful and crunchy snack combining Chex cereal, pretzels, cheddar crackers, and a savory ranch-browned butter coating.

Ingredients

Base ingredients

  • 4 cups Rice Chex cereal
  • 3 cups pretzel sticks or mini pretzels
  • 3 cups cheddar crackers (e.g., Cheez Itz)
  • 2 cups oyster crackers
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter (cut into cubes)
  • 1 package ranch dressing mix (dry)
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment or foil.
  • Mix cereal, pretzels, crackers, and oyster crackers in a large bowl.
  • Melt butter over medium heat until browned, then stir in ranch seasoning.
  • Pour butter mixture over the snack mix and toss gently to coat.
  • Spread on prepared baking sheet, sprinkle with parmesan, and bake for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes.
  • Cool completely before storing in an airtight container.

Notes

Stir well to evenly coat the mix with the browned butter for best flavor.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Snack
Keyword: Chex Mix, ranch, snack