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Game-day snacking is made better with this Everything Ranch Cheese and Pretzel Snack Mix. Kind of like a Chex Mix…but with a whole new flavor. Made with pretzels, cheese crackers (Cheez-Its and Goldfish too) plus a mix of homemade everything bagel spice AND homemade ranch seasoning. This mix is oh so GOOD! Each bite of this mix is perfectly seasoned, buttery, crunchy, and cheesy. It’s seriously better than the original…and I’m warning you now, highly addicting.
First, things first, happy first official day of autumn!! I know I’ve been talking all things fall for at least the past week, but now that’s it official, I’m ready to share all the fall recipes I can think up. Let’s just say the pumpkin recipes are coming soon…
And if you’re looking to satisfy your pumpkin fix now…I’m suggesting this cream cheese swirled pumpkin bread, these pumpkin coffee cake muffins. If you’re looking for something more savory, try these pumpkin and pesto cheese stuffed shells. Yes, I love a good pumpkin recipe…and I LOVE fall. Sorry, I’m beyond cheesy and just way too excited.
Anyway, on to today’s recipe. It’s not pumpkin, but it sure is fun and delicious.
I’m switching it up today and sharing a snack/appetizer/highly addicting crunchy cracker mix that you will not be able to stop eating. That’s overly dramatic, but also 100% the truth. This salty, cheesy mix is good. Oh so good.
OK, taking it back down a notch. In all seriousness, this is such a different kind of recipe for me, but also one of my favorites. It’s not classy, and nowhere near sophisticated. Instead, it’s just fun finger food that everyone will enjoy. I believe I’ve had this snack mix idea on my running list of recipes since early summer. But I knew this recipe needed to be saved for the fall, once both football and school had started back-up.
To me, this mix just screams Sunday game day eats, or happy after school snacking. It’s fun, it’s so easy, and trust me, everyone will be asking for another batch.
The details.
As you might guess this is pretty easy.
Let’s talk about the crackers. I’m using a mix of pretzels, Cheez-Its, and Goldfish. Now, I will not lie, I don’t tend to use things like store-bought cheese crackers in recipes. But sometimes they have their time and place. My advice…live a little…and then maybe eat a salad with dinner.
I also tossed in some Chex cereal, but not too much since I really wanted the pretzels and crackers to shine.
So that’s the base.
Now, that seasoning…
Which is the heart of the recipe and really what inspired me to create this snack mix.
I love everything bagel spice and I love ranch dressing. The sound of the two together has always been a combination that has intrigued me. But until today I’d never put the two together.
I took homemade everything bagel spice and mixed it together with homemade ranch seasoning. This is KEY. It’s a blend of sesame seeds, poppy seeds, parsley, dill, garlic, onion, and chives. Seems so simple, but I really cannot tell you how good this blend is when mixed with this snack mix.
I tossed the seasonings together with a splash of Worcestershire sauce and melted butter. Added the pretzel/cracker mix. Then baked everything together at a low temp until the mix became warm and toasted. As this bakes the scents coming from the oven will immediately get you excited.
I like to think of this as my favorite Christmas Eve Chex Mix, but with a twist. It’s not that it’s better per se, just completely different…and still so delicious.
It’s made with the best seasoning blend, plus the addition of cheese crackers, and minus all the other “stuff” that’s sometimes added to Chex mix (you know, the stuff you pick around). No picking around here!
Serve this salty, cheesy snack mix up…
On game-day, at gatherings with friends, and even looking ahead at upcoming holiday gatherings. We might be entertaining in smaller groups this year, but we still need all the snacks!
My biggest tip? Make a double batch. This mix gets eaten fast.
Whether it’s game-day snacking (hello Monday/Thursday/Sunday night football) or a holiday party, this is about to become your new go-to. Even my brothers agree…this mix is pretty darn good. And the added bonus? It’s the easiest to throw together. Plus, I usually have all the ingredients stashed away in my pantry.
Perfect for last-minute snacking. Have fun with this one guys, and enjoy!!
Looking for other fun autumn appetizers? Here are a few ideas:
Pastry Wrapped Baked Brie with Maple Butter Roasted Apples
Baked Sweet Potato Parmesan Tater Tots
Garlic Parmesan Herb Butter Polenta Fries with Lemon Aioli
Pumpkin Beer Pretzels with Chipotle Queso
Lastly, if you make these Everything Ranch Baked Cheese and Pretzel Snack Mix, be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! Above all, I love to hear from you guys and always do my best to respond to each and every comment. And of course, if you do make this recipe, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram! Looking through the photos of recipes you all have made is my favorite!
Everything Ranch Cheese and Pretzel Snack Mix
Servings: 8
Calories Per Serving: 372 kcal
Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.
Ingredients
- 3 cups salted mini pretzel twists
- 3 cups mixed Cheez-Its and Goldfish crackers
- 2 cups Rice Chex Cereal
- 6 tablespoons salted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons raw sesame seeds
- 1 tablespoons poppy seeds
- 2 teaspoons dried parsley
- 2 teaspoons dried chives
- 1 teaspoon dried dill
- 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon each kosher salt and black pepper
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 300 degrees F. 2. In a large bowl, combine the butter, Worcestershire, sesame seeds, poppy seeds, parsley, chives, dill, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Add the pretzels, cheese crackers, and Chex, tossing well for 3-5 minutes or until the mixture is evenly coated. Spread the mix evenly over a rimmed baking sheet.3. Transfer to the oven and bake 30-35 minutes, Toss 1-2 times throughout cooking. Serve, or store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
Flavor is good, temperature is too hot!!! I turned down to 250 after the first 15 minutes. Highly recommend cooking at 250 for 45 minutes. My mix turned out a little burnt tasting. Next time I might just omit the everything seasoning because the flavors aren’t as powerful as the ranch – I agree with another poster, the poppy and sesame seeds kinda just fall off – they only stuck to the cheez its
I am really glad this turned out so well for you, Claire! Thank you so much! xTieghan
I have everything but the bagel spice already, what should I add to it to make up the ranch part? I love dill so don’t want to miss out! Or can I add some powdered ranch seasoning?
Hey Sarah,
I would still add the parsley, chives, dill, garlic, and onion powder. I hope you love the recipe, please let me know if you have any other questions! xTieghan
Looking forward to making this! The only thing I don’t have on hand is dried chives. Is there a good substitute or should I wait until my next grocery run?
Hey Amy,
I would recommend using the dried chives:) I hope you love the recipe, please let me know if you have any other questions! xTieghan
The poppy seeds and sesames are pointless. As it dries out in the oven, they have just a light attachment to the carbs. By minute 20, I used a spatula to toss the mix lightly and they were all not attached anymore. So just don’t waste your money buying those. Otherwise it tastes awesome so happy with the final product. But unless you keep poppy seeds and sesames on hand… that’s $10 that doesn’t make a difference and you have to find how to use the rest.
Hi! I am glad this still turned out well for you. Please let me know if there is anything I can help with! xTieghan
I’ve made this several times this fall. It’s a bit different from the traditional party mix and it’s been a huge hit when I take to gatherings. I add a cup of mixed nuts to mine and it is fabulous!
I am so happy to hear that, Jessica! Thank you for trying this one! xTieghan
If I were to use ranch seasoning instead of the dried herbs, about how much would U recommend? Thanks!
Hey Shereen,
I haven’t tried this, but I would use 2 tablespoons. I hope you love the recipe, please let me know if you have any other questions! xTieghan
Oh my gosh! You were kidding when you warned this is addicting. I made a batch on Saturday.. it was GONE by Monday morning. So I made another batch and its looking to last too long either. This is so good. Perfect with drinks and holiday gatherings. I made a version for my vegetarian daughter by substituting the worstichisher or however you spell it sauce with soy sauce. A bit of different taste but fantastic! Keeper keeper!
Haha wow that is so amazing! I am really glad you enjoyed this, LaDonna! Thank you! xTieghan
I followed this recipe to a T and it didn’t turn out. The salt level is way too high (would reduce to a 1/3 of what’s written) and I don’t know if my oven is just stronger than yours but it got very close to burning even though I tossed twice and watched it. Not impressed.
Hi! I am really sorry about that. Is there anything that could have changed while making this? I would love to help! xTieghan
Loved this recipe! I made it this week and it lasted about a day 🙂
Haha love that! Thank you for trying this Bridget! xTieghan
Made it for some football watching a couple of weeks ago and making another batch tomorrow! This snack mix is delicious!
Thank you Allyson!! xTieghan
So great as usual. Just wondering about the oven temp. At 300F mine burnt after only 18 minutes and being stirred halfway. Maybe my stove had gone kupputz? Or is that the right temp? 300 for 30-35 min?
Hey Sara,
The oven time and temp are correct:) I hope you love the recipe, please let me know if you have any other questions! xTieghan
Just made this delicious snack mix and have to make more. My husband ate 75% in like 2 days. It’s super easy and very flavorful.
Haha that is too great! I am really glad this turned out so well for you, Skye! xTieghan
Hi! I am just going to make this recipe. Sounds delicious but I am wondering if it is 3 cups each of Goldfish and Cheese Nips? Or is that 3 cups together…..doesn’t sound like enough!
Thank you…….
Hey Marybelle,
It is 3 cups total, but feel free to add more to your liking. I hope you love the recipe, please let me know if you have any other questions! xTieghan
can you use fresh herbs with instead of dried?
Hey Kaleigh,
For this recipe I would recommend sticking with the dried herbs:) I hope you love the recipe, please let me know if you have any other questions! xTieghan
Plan to make this for my son’s birthday this weekend! Looks delicious, will check back in with a review once I’ve made it! ??
Great! I hope you all enjoy this Amber! Thank you! xTieghan