Description
This Elf Snack Mix is a delightful sweet and crunchy treat perfect for holiday celebrations. Combining pretzel twists, Chex cereal, mini marshmallows, and festive mini M&M’s, all coated in a creamy white chocolate and peanut butter mixture, this snack mix offers a perfect balance of salty and sweet flavors with a fun, colorful appearance.
Ingredients
Scale
Snack Mix
- 3 cups pretzel twists
- 3 cups Chex cereal (rice or corn)
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
- 1 cup mini M&M’s (or holiday M&M’s)
Coating
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Toppings
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- Red and green sprinkles (optional for extra holiday cheer)
Instructions
- Combine dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, mix together pretzel twists, Chex cereal, mini marshmallows, and mini M&M’s. Set the bowl aside while preparing the coating.
- Melt white chocolate and peanut butter: In a microwave-safe bowl, heat the white chocolate chips and peanut butter in 30-second intervals. Stir well after each interval until the mixture is smooth and fully melted.
- Add vanilla extract: Stir the vanilla extract into the melted white chocolate and peanut butter mixture until evenly combined.
- Coat the snack mix: Pour the melted mixture over the combined dry ingredients and toss gently to ensure everything is evenly coated with the white chocolate peanut butter blend.
- Spread to cool: Transfer the coated snack mix onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spreading it out evenly to allow it to cool and set.
- Add finishing touches: After the mix has cooled slightly but is still pliable, sprinkle the powdered sugar over the top and toss again to distribute. Add red and green sprinkles if desired for a festive look.
- Cool completely: Allow the snack mix to cool fully, so the coating hardens and the mix becomes crunchy before serving. Enjoy this fun, holiday-themed snack!
Notes
- Use holiday-themed M&M’s or regular mini M&M’s depending on occasion.
- Spread mixture thinly on parchment paper to cool faster and prevent clumping.
- Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness and crunchiness.
- For a nut-free version, substitute peanut butter with sunflower seed butter.
- Adding sprinkles is optional but adds a festive touch perfect for holiday parties.
