Cheesy Ranch Chex Mix

Submitted by Chex Party Mix

"This tasty snack with tangy ranch dressing flavor is just right for having the gang over to watch the big game."

 

• Ready In: 15mins
• Ingredients: 6
• Yields: 8 cups
• Serves: 16

ingredients

• 9 9 cups Rice Chex (or combination) or 9 cups Wheat Chex (or combination)
• 2 cups bite-size pretzel twists
• 2 cups bite-size cheddar cheese crackers
• 3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons margarine, melted
• 1 (1 ounce) package ranch dressing mix
• 1⁄2 cup grated parmesan cheese

directions

1. In large microwavable bowl, mix cereal, pretzels and crackers. In small microwavable bowl, microwave butter uncovered on High about 30 seconds or until melted. Pour over cereal mixture; stir until evenly coated. Stir in dressing mix and cheese until evenly coated.
2. Microwave uncovered on High 3 minutes, stirring each minute. Spread on waxed paper or foil to cool. Store in airtight container.
3. High Altitude (3500-6500 ft): No change.

Reviews

[bmcnichol]

This had a good taste to it but my mixture clumped and stuck together. I followed the directions but maybe it was too long in my microwave?

 

[rings]

I made the recipe, but I added mixed nuts and more ranch dressing mix and a little more Parmesan the kids thought there wasn't enough taste to it, second batch was great gone in no time !!

 

[Gayle M]

This is really good. I sent it to a Lodge meeting, and the only thing that came back was for more, but with a KICK next time. The batch I'm making tonight will have 1 1/2 pkgs of Ranch, and some Wasabi powder. Thanks for the great recipe!!!

 

[SmoochTheCook]

I made 1/2 the recipe tonight for my son and dad to snack on this weekend and this was SOOOO quick and easy! 15 minutes total! I used peanuts instead of pretzels and oyster crackers in place of the cheese crackers, just for family preferences. Also used fiesta ranch dressing mix and HIGHLY recommend everyone try this! Thanks sooooo much! My 8 year old son said, "That is definitely the best EVER!!!"

 

[jerison]

I just saw that Chex mix offered a ranch flavor and wanted to try it at home. This recipe was easy and delicious. I substituted cheerios for cheese crackers b/c that's what I had, added 1 minute (I like xtra crunch!) and a little more ranch (I like the zing, Kay). My kids love it, too! Thanks for a yummy, easy recipe!