Description
Elf Snack Mix is a sweet, crunchy, and festive treat perfect for holiday gatherings or a fun snack anytime. This easy-to-make blend features pretzels, Chex cereal, mini marshmallows, mini M&M’s, and a smooth white chocolate and peanut butter coating, finished with powdered sugar and optional holiday sprinkles for extra cheer.
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 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Red and green sprinkles (optional for extra holiday cheer)
Instructions
- Combine the dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, mix together the pretzel twists, Chex cereal, mini marshmallows, and mini M&M’s. Set this mixture aside for later coating.
- Melt the coating: Place the white chocolate chips and peanut butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring thoroughly after each, 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 well combined.
- Coat the snack mix: Pour the melted mixture over the pretzel and cereal mix. Gently toss to ensure every piece is evenly coated with the white chocolate and peanut butter blend.
- Cool the snack mix: Spread the coated snack mixture evenly on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet to cool and set.
- Add finishing touches: Once the mixture has cooled, sprinkle powdered sugar over it and toss gently to coat. For a festive touch, add red and green sprinkles if desired.
- Serve and enjoy: Allow the snack mix to cool completely before serving to ensure the coating is set and crunchy.
Notes
- Use rice or corn Chex cereal based on preference or availability.
- The peanut butter adds richness, but can be substituted with almond butter for a different flavor.
- Microwave the coating mixture carefully to avoid burning the white chocolate.
- The powdered sugar adds a light sweetness and a festive snowy effect.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
- Add or omit sprinkles according to occasion or dietary preferences.
