Description
This buttery, savory ranch pretzel snack mix is incredibly addictive and easy to make. Perfect for game days, movie nights, or any occasion, it uses simple pantry ingredients and a low-and-slow baking method for maximum crunch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces mini pretzels or pretzel twists
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 packet (3 tablespoons) ranch seasoning mix
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried dill weed
- Optional: ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper or smoked paprika for heat
- Optional: ¼ cup finely grated Parmesan cheese (for cheesy variation)
- Optional: 2 tablespoons everything bagel seasoning
- Optional: ½ cup honey-roasted peanuts or cashews
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 250°F (120°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- Melt 6 tablespoons unsalted butter in a small microwave-safe bowl in 20-second bursts. Let cool for about 1 minute.
- Whisk in ranch seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and dried dill until smooth.
- Place 12 ounces pretzels in a large mixing bowl. Drizzle butter mixture over pretzels and toss gently until evenly coated.
- Spread coated pretzels in a single layer on prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes.
- Remove from oven and let cool completely on baking sheet (20-30 minutes).
- Transfer to an airtight container. Store at room temperature.
Notes
Do not over-bake; 45 minutes at 250°F is perfect. Let butter cool slightly before adding seasoning to prevent clumping. Stir every 15 minutes for even crisping. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks. For extra crunch, reheat at 250°F for 5-10 minutes if they become stale.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 520
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 28
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 3
Keywords: ranch pretzel snack mix, easy snack mix, game day snack, homemade snack mix, ranch seasoning pretzels