Buffalo Ranch Snack Mix

Makes 4 cups snack mix

• 2 cups Cheez-It crackers

• 2 cups pretzels 

• 1/4 cup neutral oil like canola or vegetable

• 2 1/2 tablespoons hot sauce like Louisiana hot sauce 

• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar 

• 1-1 ounce pack of ranch seasoning 

• 1 teaspoon garlic powder

• 1 teaspoon onion powder

• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.

Mix the Cheez-It crackers and pretzels in a large mixing bowl. Set aside.

Whisk together the oil, hot sauce, apple cider vinegar, ranch seasoning, garlic and onion powder and cayenne pepper in a small mixing bowl. Pour the oil mixture over the crackers and pretzels and mix with a rubber spatula until each piece is thoroughly coated. Transfer the mixture to the parchment lined baking sheet. Bake for 25 minutes, tossing 3 or 4 times throughout. Remove from the oven and allow to thoroughly cool before serving.