pretzel - Kitchen Treaty A food blog with easy & flexible vegetarian recipes Fri, 05 Dec 2025 18:25:13 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.5 Ranch Chex Mix https://www.kitchentreaty.com/ranch-chex-mix/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ranch-chex-mix https://www.kitchentreaty.com/ranch-chex-mix/#comments Tue, 02 Dec 2025 01:08:44 +0000 https://www.kitchentreaty.com/?p=52834 Chex Mix with a twist! This Ranch Chex Mix mixes Chex, crackers, and pretzels with Ranch seasoning – and the result is absolutely delicious! The Story Behind the Recipe Do you ever just find yourself massively influenced by a short little video you caught on Instagram, Facebook, or TikTok? That happened to me last year […]

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]]> Chex Mix with a twist! This Ranch Chex Mix mixes Chex, crackers, and pretzels with Ranch seasoning – and the result is absolutely delicious!

ranch Chex mix in a white bowl with a wooden spoon

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The Story Behind the Recipe

Do you ever just find yourself massively influenced by a short little video you caught on Instagram, Facebook, or TikTok? That happened to me last year when Lindsay of Pinch of Yum shared her recipe for Ranch Crackers, which are essentially oyster crackers tossed with oil and ranch seasoning, then baked until golden and delicious. They were a huge hit with my family, and so easy to make that I probably made three different batches over the course of the season.

A couple of months ago, I was trying to dream up some snacky recipes for Kitchen Treaty, and my mind wandered to those ranch crackers. So good! I found myself wondering what it would be like to marry those ranch oyster crackers with a simple traditional Chex Mix, and before I knew it, was at the grocery store, wandering the aisles for everything I needed for such a concoction.

ranch Chex mix with cheez its in the background

I knew I wanted the typical mix of Chex cereal – corn, rice, and wheat. Pretzels seemed like a good addition, oyster crackers were a no-brainer. I laid my eyes on the Cheez-Its and they felt like a must-have (I do love a good Cheez-It presence in my Chex Mix!)

I mashed up the traditional Chex mix sauce ingredients with these goodies and a packet of Ranch mix, baked it up, and passed it along to the family for testing.

They’ve basically been begging for it ever since.

Ranch Chex Mix on a baking sheet

Why You’ll Love This Chex Mix

  • Super easy – Could not be simpler.
  • Crowd pleaser – Everyone who has tried this Chex Mix loves it!
  • Perfect for the holidays – Though when I was testing this recipe, I put it in my kid’s lunch for several days in a row in September, by request.
ingredients for Ranch Chex Mix

Ranch Chex Mix Recipe Ingredients

  • Chex cereal – It’s not Chex Mix without Chex cereal! This Ranch Chex Mix calls for two cups each of corn Chex, rice Chex, and wheat Chex.
  • Cheese crackers – I’m partial to classic Cheez-Its for this Chex mix. White cheddar flavor are also delicious. Goldfish might be a fun swap, too!
  • Oyster crackers – Your typical round crackers are the perfect neutral flavor and round shape for Ranch Chex Mix.
  • Mini pretzels – Go for your standard mini pretzels, or pretzel sticks are great too.
  • Butter – One whole cube of unsalted butter. It seems like a lot, but use it all – trust me.
  • Ranch seasoning – The key to that delicious ranch flavor! I use a packet of Hidden Valley ranch.
  • Garlic powder & onion powder – They add another element of flavor; highly recommend including both! You’ll find them in the spices/baking section of your local grocery store.
Ranch Chex Mix in a white bowl with a wooden spoon

Adaptations/Variations

  • Like any Chex Mix, you can mix this up however you like. Use different crackers, add nuts, sesame sticks, rye or bagel chips … sky’s the limit.
  • Add a teaspoon or two of dried dill to amp up the dilly-Ranch flavor.

How to Make Ranch Chex Mix

  1. Add the cereal, crackers, and pretzels to a large bowl and mix it all up.
  2. Melt the butter in a small saucepan, then stir in the Ranch seasoning mix, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  3. Pour the butter mixture over the cereal mix. Use a spatula to scrap it all out.
  4. Use the spatula to gently toss the cereal with the butter until distributed evenly.
  5. Spread on a large baking sheet.
  6. Bake, stirring once, until toasty and a little golden..
  7. Let cool and enjoy!
butter mixture for ranch Chex mix
mixing the butter mixture into the Ranch Chex Mix

I hope this Ranch Chex Mix “chex” all the boxes for you and your family! It’s hugely popular in our house and I anticipate making it every holiday season from here on out!

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Ranch Chex Mix

Everyone's favorite Chex Mix, but ranchified! Tangy ranch seasoning elevates Chex Mix – our family loves it!
Servings 9 cups
Calories 505kcal
Author Kare

Ingredients

  • 2 cups rice Chex
  • 2 cups corn Chex
  • 2 cups wheat Chex
  • 1 cup cheese crackers like Cheez-Its
  • 1 cup oyster crackers
  • 1 cup mini pretzels
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter one stick
  • 1 ounce Ranch seasoning mix I use the Hidden Valley 1-oz package
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 300°F.
  • Add the Chex cereal, cheese crackers, oyster crackers, and pretzels to a large bowl.
  • Place the butter in a small saucepan over low heat. When melted, remove from the heat and stir in the Ranch seasoning mix along with the garlic powder and onion powder.
  • Pour the butter over the cereal/cracker mix.
  • Using a spatula or wooden spoon, stir the mix together gently until well combined.
  • Spread on a large rimmed baking sheet.
  • Bake for 30 minutes or so, until slightly golden and toasty. Give it a quick stir at the 20-minute mark.
  • Let cool then serve.
  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup | Calories: 505kcal | Carbohydrates: 85g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 36mg | Sodium: 1014mg | Potassium: 249mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 1208IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 198mg | Iron: 21mg

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]]> These cute little String Cheese Pretzel Broomsticks are perfect for any Halloween snack spread! I love that they’re nut-free so they work well for allergy-friendly parties and school snacks, too.

As you might guess, string cheese brooms are very easy to make! Here’s how to do it.

String cheese pretzel broomsticks and candy corns on a slate board.

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The Story Behind the Recipe

In planning my kiddo’s Halloween party this year, we brainstormed some fun Halloween snacks – and these String Cheese Broomsticks were top of mind. They’re always a fun, kid-friendly Halloween food, and they hit the trifecta because they’re yummy, easy to make, and can be made ahead of time.

These broomsticks have shown up time and again since having my kiddo, from preschool parties to elementary school gatherings to now.

I know, I know – they’re barely a recipe. But they’re so stinking cute, I just had to make a blog post about them! (We’ve got Cutie Pumpkins coming soon, too!)

A group of String cheese pretzel broomsticks on a slate board.

Why You’ll Love String Cheese Pretzel Broomsticks

They’re delicious, easy, super cute, and Halloween themed. Basically, what’s NOT to love?!

Ingredients for string cheese broomsticks: string cheese and pretzel sticks.

Ingredients

  • String cheese – Grab your fave low-moisture mozzarella string cheese sticks. Full-fat or low-fat both work.
  • Pretzel sticks – You’ll want standard-size pretzel sticks, the ones that are about three inches long.

Adaptations/Variations

  • Fancier Cheese Broomsticks: Use the green part of a scallion, thin slices of spinach leaves, or a long chive to tie a string around the broom above the “bristles.”
  • Dairy-Free/Vegan Broomsticks: I haven’t tested this out yet, but there are vegan and dairy free string cheese products these days! Perfect for dairy allergies or vegan diets.

How to Make String Cheese Pretzel Broomsticks

Open your packages of string cheese and cut each one into thirds.

From there, grab some kitchen scissors and trim each one just over half of the way up, so that you have your broom “bristles.”

Stick a pretzel into the non-bristle end, making a hole with a toothpick first, if you like.

Done!

Cut the cheese into thirds for cheese and pretzel broomsticks.
Cut the fringes into the cheese for cheese broomsticks.
Insert the pretzel into the end of the string cheese for string cheese pretzel broomsticks.

Tips for Success

  • Make-ahead: It’s always better when you can make party snacks ahead of time, and these pretzel broomsticks are perfect for that! Make them up to three days ahead of time and store them in the fridge in an airtight container. Then arrange and serve!
  • You may have some casualties. Depending on the string cheese you use, sometimes it will crack when you insert the pretzel. I just plan for this and buy some extra string cheese (and enjoy a couple of broken cheese broomstick snacks).
  • Make a hole: I find that if you stick the pretzel directly into the cheese, it can break some cheeses. You’re better off making a hole first.
String cheese pretzel broomsticks on a slate board.

I hope you love these fun, simple, and kid-friendly string cheese pretzel broomsticks! They’re fun to make AND eat, and kids love them.

More Fun Halloween Snack Recipes

String cheese pretzel broomsticks on a slate board.
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String Cheese Pretzel Broomsticks

This super simple Halloween snack brings a bit of protein to the party table! They're easy to make and fun to eat – and can be made ahead of time.
Course appetizers, snacks
Keyword cheese broomsticks, pretzel broomsticks, string cheese brooms, string cheese broomsticks, string cheese pretzel broomsticks
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 24
Calories 29kcal
Author Kare

Ingredients

  • 8 mozzarella string cheese sticks
  • 24 pretzel sticks

Instructions

  • Open your packages of string cheese. Cut each stick into thirds.
  • Use a knife or some kitchen scissors to trim the cheese just over halfway up, creating "bristles."
  • Stick a pretzel into the non-bristle end. Sometimes I'll use a toothpick to start the hole in order to prevent breaking the string cheese.
  • Arrange on a platter and serve, or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 29kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.004g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 80mg | Potassium: 1mg | Fiber: 0.02g | Sugar: 0.01g | Vitamin A: 1IU | Vitamin C: 0.01mg | Calcium: 7mg | Iron: 0.02mg

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