Description
This Easy Savory Ranch Chex Mix with Fresh Herbs is a crunchy, savory snack with a tangy ranch kick and bright, fresh dill and parsley. Perfect for game days, parties, or anytime snacking, it’s quick to make and disappears fast.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups Rice Chex cereal
- 3 cups Corn Chex cereal
- 2 cups mini pretzel twists
- 1 cup mixed nuts (roasted, unsalted peanuts and cashews)
- 1 cup cheese crackers (like Goldfish or Cheese Nips, optional)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 packet (1 ounce) ranch seasoning mix
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine Rice Chex, Corn Chex, mini pretzels, mixed nuts, and cheese crackers (if using). Toss gently.
- In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter in 20-second intervals. Whisk in ranch seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper until smooth.
- Pour the butter-seasoning mixture over the dry ingredients. Fold and toss until everything is evenly coated.
- Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Spread the coated mix in a single, even layer.
- Bake for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes, until golden and fragrant.
- Remove from oven and let cool for about 5 minutes. Sprinkle chopped fresh dill and parsley over the top and toss gently.
- Cool completely on the baking sheet for at least 30 minutes. Break apart any large clusters and serve.
Notes
For extra crunch, bake an additional 5-10 minutes. The flavor improves after a day or two. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks. For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free pretzels and check Worcestershire sauce. For dairy-free, use vegan butter.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 480
- Fat: 16
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 5
Keywords: Chex mix, ranch, fresh herbs, snack mix, game day snack, party snack, savory snack