Description
Elf Snack Mix is a festive, sweet, and crunchy holiday treat combining pretzels, Chex cereal, mini marshmallows, and colorful M&M’s, all coated in a smooth white chocolate and peanut butter mixture. This quick and easy no-bake recipe is perfect for holiday parties and snack time fun.
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
Optional
- Red and green sprinkles (for extra holiday cheer)
Instructions
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the pretzel twists, Chex cereal, mini marshmallows, and mini M&M’s. Set this mixture aside to prepare the coating.
- Melt White Chocolate and Peanut Butter: Place the white chocolate chips and peanut butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring well after each interval, until the mixture is fully melted and smooth.
- Add Vanilla Extract: Stir the vanilla extract into the melted white chocolate and peanut butter mixture until thoroughly combined.
- Coat the Mix: Pour the melted white chocolate mixture over the prepared snack mix. Gently toss everything together to ensure that all the pretzels, cereal, marshmallows, and M&M’s are evenly coated.
- Spread and Cool: Spread the coated snack mix onto a parchment-lined baking sheet or large tray. Allow it to cool and set to firm up.
- Add Powdered Sugar and Sprinkles: Once cooled and set, sprinkle the powdered sugar over the top and toss gently to coat. For a festive touch, add red and green sprinkles if desired.
- Final Cooling and Serving: Let the snack mix cool completely before serving. Enjoy your sweet, crunchy Elf Snack Mix!
Notes
- You can substitute peanut butter with almond butter or sunflower butter for different flavors or to accommodate allergies.
- Ensure the white chocolate and peanut butter are fully melted for an even coating.
- Store the snack mix in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
- Adding sprinkles is optional but adds a festive holiday look.
- This recipe is a great no-bake option, perfect for quick holiday entertaining.
