Reindeer Food Snack Mix (Print Version)
Crunchy cereal, pretzels, candy and mini marshmallows coated in white chocolate — quick to make and great for holiday sharing.
# What You Need:
→ Cereal & Grains
01 - 3 cups rice Chex cereal
02 - 2 cups oat ring cereal (such as Cheerios)
→ Sweet Mix-ins
03 - 1 cup mini pretzel twists
04 - 1 cup holiday-colored chocolate candies (such as M&Ms)
05 - 1 cup mini marshmallows
→ Coating
06 - 1 cup white chocolate chips
07 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
# Directions:
01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine rice Chex cereal, oat ring cereal, mini pretzel twists, chocolate candies, and mini marshmallows. Toss gently to distribute evenly.
02 - In a microwave-safe bowl, combine white chocolate chips and butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval, until completely melted and smooth.
03 - Pour the melted white chocolate mixture over the dry ingredients. Using a spatula, gently fold until all pieces are evenly coated.
04 - Spread the coated mixture in an even layer onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Allow to rest for approximately 10 minutes until the chocolate has fully hardened.
05 - Once set, break the mixture into bite-sized pieces. Transfer to an airtight container for storage.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- It takes exactly ten minutes from pantry to party bowl, which is a lifesaver during the holiday rush.
- Kids can handle almost every step themselves, making it a joyful activity rather than another kitchen chore.
02 -
- Stirring the white chocolate at 30 second intervals is non negotiable because white chocolate seizes and burns faster than you would expect.
- Letting the mix set completely before breaking it apart gives you those satisfying, snackable clumps instead of a crumbly mess.
03 -
- Use a bowl that is bigger than you think you need because stirring becomes impossible once everything is coated and mounded high.
- Saving a small handful of chocolate candies to scatter on top after spreading the mix on the baking sheet keeps them visible and vibrant.