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This savory snack mix is coated with ranch flavoring and mixes up in minutes to easily satisfy your salty cravings!
We love this salty snack, but for a sweet version try our Sweet Chex Mix or even our White Trash recipe.
A Salty Snack to Love!
When a salty craving strikes, I like to have this snack mix on hand because it’s utterly delicious!
This appetizer is similar to our Original Chex Mix Recipe and is perfect to store, making it ready for on-the-go snacking, afterschool munchies, or movie nights (we love adding it to our After School Snack Board and Movie Night Charcuterie Board).
Why we love it:
- No-bake party mix. No need to heat the oven, just add the ingredients to a bowl and toss!
- Great for gifting. This classic mix is great for storing! Package in airtight containers for a thoughtful and tasty homemade gift for friends and family.
- Deliciously savory. The crackers and nuts with the Ranch Dressing mix offer a flavorful and satisfying snack experience.
- Make it your own. Easily mix in different types of crackers, nuts, and seasonings to suit individual tastes or allergies.
It’s also great for any party, BBQ or gathering.
Snack Mix Ingredients
- pretzels – miniature or regular-size twists
- Bugles – or Fritos
- salted cashews – peanuts, walnuts, almonds, or a nut mix
- Goldfish cheddar crackers – or Cheezits
- Ranch salad dressing mix – or use taco seasoning for another savory flavor
- canola oil – vegetable oil or melted butter
Just Mix!
- MIX. In a large bowl, stir the pretzels, Bugles, cashews, and crackers.
- SEASON. Sprinkle with dressing mix; toss gently to combine. Pour a drizzle of oil; toss until well-coated. Store in airtight containers.
Recipe Tips
- Bowl. Use a mixing bowl large enough to properly blend all the ingredients.
- Even coating. Ensure that the oil is drizzled evenly for maximum flavor in each bite. If adding a lot of extras, increase the amount of seasoning and oil added.
- Variations. Add any of the following to your snack mix recipe.
- cereals. Wheat Chex, Rice Chex, Plain Chex cereal, plain or honey Cheerios
- crackers. oyster crackers, Ritz cheese crackers, bagel chips
- something sweet. Add M&Ms, chocolate chips, raisins, or Caramel Popcorn. Add the sweet ingredients after tossing the savory ingredients with oil.
Storing Info
STORE. Whether you want to make it ahead of time or store leftovers, this snack mix should last in an airtight container for 1-2 days.
For More Recipes:
Snack Mix
Ingredients
- 3 cups miniature pretzels
- 8 cups Bugles
- 1 – 2 cups salted cashews
- 2 cups Goldfish cheddar crackers
- 2 tablespoons ranch salad dressing mix
- ⅓ cup canola oil
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the pretzels, Bugles, cashews and crackers.
- Sprinkle with dressing mix; toss gently to combine. Drizzle with oil; toss until well coated. Store in airtight containers.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
