Reindeer Food Snack Mix!

Reindeer Food Snack Mix

A festive, easy-to-make treat with a delightful crunch of cereal, pretzels, and candies.

Ingredients

    •    1 ½ cups (260 g) semisweet or dark chocolate chips

    •    1 ½ cups (375 g) creamy peanut butter

    •    5 cups (125 g) Rice Chex cereal

    •    2 cups (100 g) mini pretzels

    •    2 cups (250 g) powdered sugar (plus more for coating)

    •    1 ½ cups (250 g) red and green M&Ms

    •    1 cup (150 g) mini peanut butter cups

Instructions

    1    Prepare the Base

In a large mixing bowl, combine the Rice Chex cereal and broken mini pretzels.

    2    Melt the Chocolate & Peanut Butter

Melt the chocolate chips and peanut butter together:

    ◦    Microwave method: Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth.

    ◦    Stovetop method: Use a double boiler over low heat, stirring constantly.

    3    Combine & Coat

Pour the melted chocolate-peanut butter mixture over the cereal and pretzels. Gently stir to coat everything evenly.

    4    First Chill

Place the bowl in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes, just until the mixture begins to set.

    5    Layer with Powdered Sugar

    ◦    In another large bowl, sprinkle ½ cup (65 g) of powdered sugar at the bottom.

    ◦    Add half of the chilled chocolate mixture on top. Sprinkle with another ½ cup (65 g) powdered sugar.

    ◦    Add the rest of the chocolate mixture, followed by another ½ cup (65 g) powdered sugar.

    6    Toss to Coat

Gently stir until the powdered sugar is evenly distributed and the mixture is fully coated.

    7    Second Chill

Refrigerate again for 30-60 minutes, until the mixture is firm.

    8    Final Powdered Sugar Layer

If needed, add more powdered sugar, ¼ cup (30 g) at a time, and toss until the cereal and pretzels are fully coated to your liking.

    9    Add the Fun Toppings

Stir in the M&Ms and mini peanut butter cups.

    10    Serve & Store

Transfer the mix to a serving bowl. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5-7 days.

Tips for Success

    •    For a festive touch, use themed M&Ms and candies for different holidays.

    •    Ensure the chocolate mixture is fully cooled before adding the candies to prevent melting.

Enjoy your sweet, salty, and chocolatey holiday snack mix!