Best Cheesy Ranch Chex Mix (Easy Party Recipe) (2024)

This homemade ranch Chex mix is a simple recipe for a hearty snack with lots of savory flavor. It’s perfect for any occasion from a holiday party to movie night, road trips, or game-day snacking.

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This easy snack recipe is made in the oven and bakes to perfection! It’s a deliciously golden brown, cheesy medley of all your favorite hearty snack ingredients coated in a zesty ranch seasoning. Once you take a bite of this mix, you won’t be able to stop.

Did I mention it’s the easiest thing ever to make? I needed a recipe I could take tailgating that was easy to munch on, easy to make, and easy to transport. Because I love Cheese Itz, I wanted a snack mix recipe where they were the star.

My only suggestion is to make a big batch so you have plenty on hand as a crunchy snack for the family or bring it to your next party.

How to Make Ranch Chex Mix

Here are the basic steps, with images, for this ranch party mix. Skip down to the recipe card below for the full printable recipe.

Step 1. Mix the Snack Ingredients

Combine the cereal, pretzels, cheese crackers, and oyster crackers in a very large bowl. Set aside.

Step 2. Brown the Butter

Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir frequently, for 5-6 minutes until the butter bubbles then foams, and eventually browns. You will start to see the solid bits turn an amber brown color and smell distinctly nutty. Immediately remove from the heat.

Step 3. Stir in the Seasonings

Pour browned butter into a small bowl, and stir in the dry ranch seasoning and Worcestershire sauce.

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Step 4. Coat the Snack Mix

Pour the melted butter mixture over the cereal mixture and gently toss to coat.

Step 5. Sprinkle with Parmesan

Transfer to the prepared sheet pan and spread it into an even layer. Sprinkle the parmesan cheese on top.

Step 6. Bake

Bake on the lowest rack position at 300°F for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes. Cool to room temperature before serving.

Recipe Variations

One of my favorite things about this recipe is that you can add your favorite snack mix ingredients. Here are some ideas for switching up your own homemade Chex mix:

• Bagel chips
• Peanuts
• Cashews
• Sesame sticks
• Mini breadsticks
• M&Ms
• Different cereals like Cheerios or other Chex flavors

Freezing and Storing Tips

Allow the snack mix to come to room temperature, then store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

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