Description
A delightful and festive snack mix perfect for the holiday season, combining sweet and salty flavors.
Ingredients
- 6 cups Rice or Corn Chex cereal
- 2 cups mini pretzels
- 15 Oreo cookies, roughly chopped
- 1 cup red and green M&M’s
- 24 oz (680 g) white almond bark or white melting wafers
- ½ cup Andes mint baking chips
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon Christmas sprinkles
Instructions
- Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a very large bowl, combine the cereal, pretzels, and chopped cookies.
- Melt the white almond bark according to its package directions, stirring frequently until smooth.
- Pour over the cereal mixture. Gently fold until evenly coated, then fold in the M&M’s.
- Spread onto the prepared sheets. Immediately scatter the mint chips and sprinkles over the top.
- Lightly dust with powdered sugar. Let stand for 45–60 minutes, until completely set.
- Break into clusters and serve. Store in an airtight container at cool room temperature for up to 1 week.
Notes
- For a variation, try using different types of candy or nuts.
- This mix can be made ahead of time and stored for holiday gatherings.
- Ensure the almond bark is melted properly for best coating results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Mixing and Melting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg