Christmas Snack Mix
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients:
1 cup pretzel twists or sticks
2 cups Chex cereal rice, corn, or Honey-Nut
2 cups Cap’n Crunch cereal without berries
2 cups Honey Nut Cheerios cereal
1 cup M&M’s Christmas colors
3 cups (16-ounces) white chocolate chips
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
Christmas sprinkles optional
Directions:
Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper and set aside. Break pretzels in half.
In a large bowl, combine the Chex cereal, pretzels, Cap’n Crunch, Cheerios, and M&M’s. Stir until evenly mixed.
In a microwave-safe bowl, add white chocolate chips and vegetable oil. Microwave for 30 seconds, stir, then microwave for another 25 seconds. Stir until smooth. If needed, microwave in 10-second bursts, stirring between each until melted.
Pour melted chocolate over the snack mix. Stir gently until everything is coated. Work quickly, as the white chocolate will start to set. Spread the mix evenly on the prepared sheet pan. If using, sprinkle with Christmas sprinkles before the chocolate sets.
Let the chocolate set at room temperature or refrigerate for 10–20 minutes until firm. Once set, break into pieces and serve.
Notes:
Storage: Store Christmas Snack Mix in a sealed container at room temperature for up to a week, best enjoyed within 2–4 days. For longer storage, freeze leftovers in a sealed container or bag for up to 3 months and thaw at room temperature.
Tips For Melting White Chocolate:
This Christmas Snack Mix is coated in melted white chocolate—here are my top tips:
Choose Quality: High-quality white chocolate melts and tastes better.
Stir Often: Stir every 30 seconds while microwaving, then stir between each round to avoid burning.
Avoid Water: Keep all liquids away; even a little water will make the chocolate harden.
Act Fast: White chocolate sets fast, so mix it with the other ingredients quickly.
Switching ingredients? Go ahead and use different cereals or candies—just keep the size and amounts similar. You can also swap milk chocolate for white. Once you’ve got the basics down, try this mix for other holidays or party themes!
Recipe courtesy of Chelsea’s Messy Apron.com
