Description
A budget-friendly, kid-approved snack mix combining Chex cereal, pretzels, peanuts, and dried cranberries, finished with a drizzle of white chocolate and cinnamon.
Ingredients
Scale
- 142g Chex cereal mix (Rice, Corn, Wheat)
- 113g Pretzel sticks or twists
- 85g Roasted unsalted peanuts
- 71g Dried cranberries
- 170g White chocolate chips
- 30g Butter (unsalted preferred)
- 2g Cinnamon
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine Chex cereal, pretzels, peanuts, and dried cranberries. Toss gently to distribute evenly.
- Place white chocolate chips and butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high for 30 seconds, stir, then continue in 15-second intervals until smooth. Do not overheat.
- Stir cinnamon into the melted chocolate mixture until fully incorporated.
- Pour the dry mix onto a large sheet of parchment paper. Drizzle the chocolate mixture over the mix in a zigzag motion.
- Gently toss the mix with two spoons or hands until every piece is lightly coated. Be careful not to break the pretzels.
- Spread the mix in a single layer on the parchment paper and let sit at room temperature for 15 minutes until the chocolate hardens.
- Break up any large clumps and transfer to an airtight container.
Notes
Do not refrigerate as condensation can make the cereal soggy. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks. For nut-free versions, substitute peanuts with sunflower seeds or extra pretzels. Ensure all equipment is dry to prevent chocolate seizing.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approx. 1/8 of the b
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 9
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 22
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 4
Keywords: fall snack, chex mix, white chocolate, budget snack, kid-friendly, easy recipe, autumn treats, party snack