Step 1

Preheat: Add butter to 1 large roasting pan (ideally 12 x 16 x 3-inches, see note 3). Put pan in oven. Preheat oven to 250°F (120°C). (The butter will melt as the oven warms).

Step 2

Mix spices: Once the butter is melted, add garlic powder, Worcestershire, nutritional yeast (if using), celery salt, onion powder, hot sauce, cayenne, and smoked paprika to the pan. Use a rubber spatula to mix thoroughly, until a thick paste forms.

Step 3

Season: Add pretzels, Chex, cheese crackers, Cheerios, and peanuts to the pan. Stir extremely well, making sure the seasonings are evenly distributed.

Step 4

Bake and cool: Bake for about 1 hour and 20 minutes, stirring every 20 minutes, until mixture feels dry. Remove from oven. Let mixture cool in the pan, occasionally giving it a stir so it cools evenly. Once completely cool, transfer to airtight containers or resealable plastic bags. Store at room temperature.