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Best Kid-Friendly Savory Ranch Chex Mix for Friendsgiving

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A perfectly balanced, kid-friendly savory ranch Chex mix that’s quick to make and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for Friendsgiving gatherings. This addictive snack combines crunchy Chex cereal, pretzels, cheese crackers, and nuts with a buttery ranch seasoning that everyone will love.

Ingredients

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  • 9 cups Chex cereal (3 cups each Rice Chex, Corn Chex, and Wheat Chex)
  • 1 cup pretzel twists, broken into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup cheese crackers (like Goldfish or Cheez-Its)
  • 1 cup mixed nuts (salted peanut and cashew mix)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 packet (1 ounce) ranch dressing mix
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C).
  2. Combine the dry ingredients in your large mixing bowl: Chex cereal, broken pretzels, cheese crackers, and mixed nuts. Toss gently to distribute evenly.
  3. Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Once fully melted, remove from heat.
  4. Whisk in the Worcestershire sauce, ranch dressing mix, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne (if using), salt, and pepper until completely combined and smooth.
  5. Pour the butter mixture over the dry ingredients, drizzling slowly while tossing with a spatula or your hands until every piece is evenly coated.
  6. Spread the mixture in a single layer on a large rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  7. Bake for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes, until the mix is fragrant, golden, and dry to the touch.
  8. Let it cool completely on the baking sheet (at least 30 minutes).
  9. Break up any large clumps and transfer to an airtight container.

Notes

For best flavor, make the mix 1-2 days ahead; flavors meld overnight. Let cool completely before storing to maintain crunch. For a spicier adult version, double the cayenne and add 1 teaspoon hot sauce. For gluten-free, use gluten-free Chex, pretzels, and cheese crackers. For dairy-free, substitute butter with vegan butter and use dairy-free cheese crackers.

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