Description
This Elf Snack Mix is a delightful sweet and crunchy treat perfect for holiday snacking. Combining pretzel twists, Chex cereal, mini marshmallows, and festive M&M’s, it’s all coated in a creamy melted white chocolate and peanut butter mixture, then dusted 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 teaspoon vanilla extract
Toppings
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- Red and green sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Combine snack ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine pretzel twists, Chex cereal, mini marshmallows, and mini M&M’s. Set aside.
- Melt coating: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt white chocolate chips and peanut butter in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval until smooth and well combined.
- Add vanilla extract: Stir in the vanilla extract thoroughly into the melted mixture to enhance flavor.
- Coat snack mix: Pour the melted white chocolate and peanut butter mixture over the snack mix, tossing gently to evenly coat all ingredients.
- Cool on baking sheet: Spread the coated snack mix onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, allowing it to cool slightly and set.
- Add toppings: Once cooled, sprinkle powdered sugar over the snack mix and toss again to distribute. Add red and green sprinkles for a festive holiday touch if desired.
- Final cooling: Let the snack mix cool completely until the coating hardens before serving. Enjoy your crunchy, sweet holiday treat!
Notes
- The snack mix can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
- Substitute peanut butter with almond or sunflower seed butter for a nut-free variation.
- Use gluten-free pretzels and cereal to make this mix gluten-free.
- Adding red and green sprinkles is optional but adds festive holiday colors.
- Be careful when melting the chocolate and peanut butter; microwave in short bursts to avoid burning.
