5 Minute Sweet and Salty Snack Mix
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5 Minute Sweet and Salty Snack Mix
Description
This snack mix involves simply combining mini pretzels, multigrain Cheerios, mini marshmallows, milk chocolate candies such as M&M's or Smarties, and raisins. The salty crunch from pretzels and cereal contrasts with the sweet, soft marshmallows, rich chocolate pieces, and chewy raisins. There is no cooking involved, making it a quick assembly for an on-the-go or casual snack. The variety of ingredients gives a mixture of textures and a balance of flavors that provide both salty and sweet satisfaction.
Serving this mix as is allows the combination of complementary tastes and convenience without preparation. This mix can be portioned for individual snack bags or served in a bowl for sharing.
Ingredients
- 2 cups mini pretzels 100 g
- 2 cups multigrain Cheerios 100 g
- 2/3 cup mini marshmallows 30 g
- 1/2 cup milk chocolate candy M&M's or Smarties, 160 g
- 3 tbsp raisins
Instructions
- Mix together all the ingredients and serve.
Notes
- This snack mix yields a balanced blend of salty and sweet ingredients that can be tailored to preference by adjusting quantities.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container to maintain freshness and crunch.
- This recipe is adapted from Cooking Light and accounts for Weight Watchers Freestyle Points.
- Portion size contains approximately 7 Freestyle Points according to Weight Watchers guidelines.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 190 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 190kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 36g | 12% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 1mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 297mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 107mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 11g | 22% |
| Vitamin A | 200IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 1.4mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 41mg | 4% |
| Iron | 3.1mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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