Gabe's Buffalo Ranch Snack Mix

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My son, Gabe, wanted to try something different than the usual snack mix. He loves anything "Buffalo-flavored", so this is what we came up with. This is not super spicy, but a really nice balance of flavors, enjoy! Store in an airtight container.

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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
25 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Servings:
12
Yield:
12 cups
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Ingredients

  • aluminum foil

  • nonstick cooking spray

  • 4 cups crispy rice cereal squares (such as Rice Chex®)

  • 3 cups crispy corn cereal squares (such as Corn Chex®)

  • 3 cups hot and spicy cheese-flavored crackers (such as Cheez-Its®)

  • 2 cups Buffalo-flavored pretzel pieces

  • 6 tablespoons butter, melted

  • 3 tablespoons hot sauce (such as Frank's® RedHot®)

  • 1 (1 ounce) package dry ranch dressing mix

  • ¾ teaspoon celery seed

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil and spray with cooking spray.

  2. Combine rice and corn cereal squares, cheese-flavored crackers, and pretzel pieces in a large bowl.

  3. Mix melted butter, hot sauce, ranch dressing mix, and celery seed together in a small bowl until smooth and well combined. Pour over cereal mixture and stir until evenly coated. Transfer to the prepared baking sheet and spread in an even layer.

  4. Bake in the preheated oven, stirring every 10 minutes, until crisp, 25 to 30 minutes. Remove from oven and allow to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

201 Calories
11g Fat
24g Carbs
2g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 12
Calories 201
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11g 14%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Cholesterol 15mg 5%
Sodium 649mg 28%
Total Carbohydrate 24g 9%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 2g 5%
Vitamin C 4mg 5%
Calcium 33mg 3%
Iron 4mg 20%
Potassium 42mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.