Quick No-Cook Ranch Pretzel Snack Mix
A simple, tangy, and crunchy party snack made by shaking pretzels, cheddar crackers, and popcorn with melted butter and ranch dressing mix in a bag. Ready in under 10 minutes with no cooking required.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups hard pretzels (twist shape)
- 1 cup cheddar cheese crackers
- 3 cups plain, butter-free popcorn
- 1 packet (1 oz) dried ranch dressing mix
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- Optional: 1/2 cup roasted peanuts or sunflower seeds
Instructions
- Measure out 2 cups of pretzels, 1 cup of cheddar crackers, and 3 cups of popcorn.
- Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a microwave-safe bowl in 15-second intervals, stirring until liquid. Let cool slightly.
- Pour the pretzels, crackers, and popcorn into a large resealable plastic bag (gallon-sized).
- Pour the melted butter into the bag, seal tightly, and shake vigorously for 30 seconds to coat the dry ingredients.
- Open the bag, add the entire packet of dried ranch dressing mix, seal again, and shake for another 30-45 seconds until evenly coated.
- Let the mix sit in the bag for 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Pour into a serving bowl and serve immediately.
Notes
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature and dry to maintain crunch. Do not skip the butter as it helps the ranch powder adhere. Best served fresh; store in an airtight container for up to 2 days only, as pretzels may soften over time. For gluten-free, use GF pretzels/crackers and verify ranch powder is GF. For dairy-free, use vegan butter or olive oil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 3
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