Description
Elf Snack Mix is a sweet and salty holiday treat packed with festive colors and fun flavors. Perfect for gift-giving, holiday parties, or a cozy movie night, this no-bake mix combines crunchy cereal, pretzels, candy, and a drizzle of white chocolate for a treat even Santa’s elves can’t resist!
Ingredients
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- 3 cups (90 g) Rice Chex cereal
- 2 cups (60 g) mini pretzels
- 2 cups (50 g) popped popcorn (plain or lightly salted)
- 1 cup (150 g) red and green candy-coated chocolates (like M&M’s)
- 1 cup (150 g) mini marshmallows
- 1 cup (175 g) white chocolate chips or melting wafers
- 2 teaspoons vegetable oil or coconut oil (optional, for easier melting)
- Holiday sprinkles (optional, for decoration)
Instructions
- Combine the dry ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the Rice Chex, pretzels, popcorn, candy-coated chocolates, and mini marshmallows. Toss gently to mix.
- Melt the white chocolate:
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the white chocolate chips in 20-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth. Add the vegetable oil if needed to thin the chocolate for drizzling.
- Coat the mix:
- Drizzle the melted white chocolate over the snack mix. Toss gently to coat the ingredients evenly.
- Add sprinkles:
- Spread the mix onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and sprinkle with holiday sprinkles before the chocolate sets.
- Set and serve:
- Allow the snack mix to sit at room temperature for 20–30 minutes, or until the chocolate hardens. Break into pieces and serve, or store in an airtight container.
Notes
- Customize by adding other mix-ins like candy canes (crushed), dried cranberries, or nuts.
- Use milk or dark chocolate for a different flavor twist.
- Package in holiday-themed bags or jars for a great homemade gift!