Name: Ranch Trail Mix Snack Mix
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 cups pretzels (twists or sticks); 2 cups cheese crackers (like Cheez-Its); 1 cup roasted peanuts or cashews; 1 cup rice cereal squares (like Rice Chex); 1 cup bagel chips or pita chips, broken into smaller pieces; 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted; 1 tbsp ranch seasoning mix (store-bought or homemade); 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp onion powder; 1/2 tsp dried dill (optional); 1/2 tsp smoked paprika (optional, for extra flavor)

Ranch Trail Mix Snack Mix

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Ranch Trail Mix Snack Mix is a crunchy, savory, and addictively delicious snack made with a mix of pretzels, crackers, nuts, and ranch seasoning. Perfect for road trips, parties, or just an afternoon snack, this easy recipe is sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike!

Author: Stephanie
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Yield: About 6 cups 1x
Category: Snack
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Base Mix

3 cups pretzels (twists or sticks)
2 cups cheese crackers (like Cheez-Its)
1 cup roasted peanuts or cashews
1 cup rice cereal squares (like Rice Chex)
1 cup bagel chips or pita chips, broken into smaller pieces

Ranch Seasoning Mixture

1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 tbsp ranch seasoning mix (store-bought or homemade)
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp dried dill (optional)
1/2 tsp smoked paprika (optional, for extra flavor)

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Instructions

Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Combine the Base Mix:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the pretzels, cheese crackers, nuts, rice cereal squares, and bagel chips. Toss to mix evenly.
Prepare the Ranch Seasoning:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, ranch seasoning mix, garlic powder, onion powder, dried dill (if using), and smoked paprika.
Coat the Mix:
- Pour the ranch seasoning mixture over the snack mix. Gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
Bake the Snack Mix:
- Spread the coated snack mix evenly onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 20–25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the mix is golden and crispy.
Cool and Serve:
- Allow the snack mix to cool completely on the baking sheet. Transfer to an airtight container for storage or serve immediately.

Notes

This recipe is highly customizable—add dried fruit, sunflower seeds, or popcorn for variety.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
For a spicier version, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes to the seasoning mixture.

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