I’m a big fan of making snack mixes for Anita to take to work and share with her co-workers. They’re usually easy to make but awfully good. Like this cheesy Ranch Chex mix. Just a few ingredients and just a little time are all that’s needed to make a big ole bowl of treats, great to share at work or serve at a party. I doubled the recipe because I knew it would disappear quickly. And it did.
I like to use a little bit of each kind of the traditional flavors of Chex cereal in my Cheesy Ranch Chex Mix. You know, mix it up a bit so to speak. You can also add roasted peanuts or pecans, but don’t add too much.You might want to cut back on the pretzels if you do.
Also try my Southwestern Snack Mix.
Cheesy Ranch Dressing Mix
Just a few ingredients and just a little time are all that’s needed to make a big ole bowl of treats, great to share at work or serve at a party. I doubled the recipe because I knew it would disappear quickly. And it did.
Servings 20 servings
Calories 162kcal
Ingredients
- 8 cups Chex cereal rice, wheat, or corn or a combination
- 2 cups mini pretzels
- 2 cups Cheez-It crackers
- 3 tablespoons butter melted
- 1 ounce Ranch seasoning mix
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 250F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Combine cereal, pretzels, and crackers in a very large mixing bowl.
- Drizzle butter over the cereal mixture and stir until evenly coated. Sprinkle with the dressing mix and cheese and stir gently.
- Bake for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes.
- Cool before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 162kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 442mg | Potassium: 116mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 289IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 94mg | Iron: 8mg
Nutritional values are approximate.