Everything Ranch Cheese Pretzel Mix (Printable)

Crunchy savory mix with tangy ranch, everything bagel seasoning, and cheesy bites—perfect for parties.

# What You Need:

→ Snack Mix

01 - 2 cups mini pretzels
02 - 1.5 cups cheddar cheese crackers
03 - 1 cup roasted salted cashews
04 - 1 cup bite-sized rye chips

→ Seasoning

05 - 3 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
06 - 2 tablespoons ranch seasoning powder
07 - 2 tablespoons everything bagel seasoning
08 - 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
09 - 0.25 teaspoon onion powder

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 300°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine mini pretzels, cheddar cheese crackers, cashews, and rye chips.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, ranch seasoning, everything bagel seasoning, garlic powder, and onion powder.
04 - Pour the seasoned butter mixture over the snack mix and toss gently until all pieces are evenly coated.
05 - Spread the coated mixture in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
06 - Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden and fragrant.
07 - Let cool completely before serving or storing in an airtight container.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It takes ordinary pantry staples and transforms them into something people actually fight over at parties.
  • The combination of ranch and everything bagel seasoning creates a flavor thats both familiar and unexpectedly bold.
  • You can make it ahead, and it stays crunchy for days, which means less stress when guests show up.
02 -
  • Dont skip the halfway stir, or the edges will get too dark while the center stays pale and under seasoned.
  • Let the mix cool completely before storing it, any residual warmth will create condensation and make everything soggy within hours.
03 -
  • Use real butter, not margarine, the flavor difference is noticeable and the butter helps the seasonings stick better.
  • Taste a piece right after tossing with the butter, if its not flavorful enough, add a bit more seasoning before baking because it wont intensify much in the oven.
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