This snack mix is called Christmas crack because nobody can stop eating it. Crispy cereal, pretzels, peanuts and red and green candies are tossed in melted white chocolate and left to set. It takes ten minutes, it makes a big batch, and it is perfect for gift bags and cookie trays.
Why You’ll Love It
- No baking.
- Ten minutes.
- Makes a big batch for gifts.
What You Need
- 5 cups rice or corn square cereal
- 3 cups mini pretzels
- 2 cups salted peanuts
- 2 cups red and green candy-coated chocolates
- 24 oz white chocolate melting wafers (or almond bark)
- holiday sprinkles (optional)
How to Make Christmas Crack Snack Mix
- Line two baking sheets with parchment.
- Stir the cereal, pretzels and peanuts together in a very large bowl.
- Melt the white chocolate in the microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring each time, until smooth.
- Pour the chocolate over the mix and fold gently until everything is coated.
- Fold in the candies, then spread the mix on the pans. Add sprinkles.
- Let it set for 30 minutes, then break into pieces.
Tips
- Add the candies last so the colors don’t streak.
- Fold gently so the cereal doesn’t crush.
- Melt the chocolate slowly. White chocolate scorches easily.
Serving and Storing
Store in a sealed container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use other nuts?
Yes. Cashews or pecans are both good.
Nut-free?
Leave out the peanuts and add more pretzels or mini marshmallows.
Can I use chocolate chips?
White chips are harder to melt smoothly. Melting wafers or almond bark work best.
Christmas Crack Snack Mix
A sweet and salty holiday snack mix of cereal, pretzels, peanuts and candy coated in white chocolate. No baking and ready in 10 minutes.
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Ingredients
- 5 cups rice or corn square cereal
- 3 cups mini pretzels
- 2 cups salted peanuts
- 2 cups red and green candy-coated chocolates
- 24 oz white chocolate melting wafers or almond bark
- holiday sprinkles optional
Instructions
- Line two baking sheets with parchment.
- Stir the cereal, pretzels and peanuts together in a very large bowl.
- Melt the white chocolate in the microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring each time, until smooth.
- Pour the chocolate over the mix and fold gently until everything is coated.
- Fold in the candies, then spread the mix on the pans. Add sprinkles.
- Let it set for 30 minutes, then break into pieces.
