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Transform Your Snack Game with Ranch-Flavored Cashews

Are you tired of the same old snacks? Look no further! With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and addictive ranch-flavored cashew snack that’s perfect for parties or everyday munching.

The Magic of Powdered Ranch

The secret to this recipe lies in transforming the tangy flavor of ranch dressing into a powder. By grinding dried chives and salt into a fine powder, then mixing it with garlic, onion, and buttermilk powders, you’ll create a flavor explosion that will elevate your snack game.

Get Creative with Your Snacks

This ranch powder isn’t just limited to cashews. Try sprinkling it on popcorn, homemade tortilla chips, or any other crunchy snack you love. The possibilities are endless!

Special Equipment Needed

For this recipe, you’ll need a clean coffee or spice grinder to grind the chives and salt into a fine powder.

Grocery Store Essentials

You can find buttermilk powder in the baking aisle of most well-stocked grocery stores. Citric acid, also known as sour or citric salt, adds a tangy flavor to the ranch powder and can be found in the baking or kosher aisle.

Ranch-Flavored Cashews Recipe

Yields: About 4 cups
Difficulty: Easy
Total Time: 25 minutes + 30 minutes cooling time

Ingredients:

• 2 teaspoons dried chives
• 2 teaspoons kosher salt
• 3 tablespoons buttermilk powder
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon citric acid powder
• 4 cups raw cashews (about 1 pound 6 ounces)
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil

Instructions:

1. Preheat and Prepare: Heat your oven to 400°F and arrange a rack in the middle.
2. Grind the Chives: Place the chives and salt in a coffee or spice grinder and grind until a fine powder forms. Transfer the powder to a small bowl.
3. Mix the Ranch Powder: Add the buttermilk powder, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and citric acid to the bowl and stir to combine; set aside.
4. Roast the Cashews: Place the nuts and oil in a large bowl and stir until the nuts are evenly coated. Transfer to a rimmed baking sheet and spread the nuts into an even layer. Roast, stirring halfway through, until the nuts are browned and toasted, about 10 to 15 minutes total.
5. Coat with Ranch Powder: Immediately transfer the nuts to the reserved bowl and add the ranch powder. Stir to evenly coat the nuts.
6. Cool and Serve: Return the coated nuts to the reserved baking sheet and spread into an even layer. Let cool completely, about 30 minutes. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.