Christmas Chex Mix Recipe

Name: Christmas Chex Mix Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 6 people
Ingredients: 2 cups rice chex cereal; 2 cups pretzels; 2 cups Cheerios cereal; 1-2 cups peanuts; 2 cups M&Ms; 1 (24-ounce) package almond bark

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Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Cool Time
15 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings
6 people
Calories
687 kcal
Course
Dessert
Cuisine
American

Christmas Chex Mix Recipe

Steven Mason

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Christmas Chex Mix blends crunchy rice Chex, pretzels, and Cheerios with peanuts and festive M&Ms, all coated in melted white almond bark to form sweet clusters. This snack mix combines sweet and salty elements with varied textures, making it a holiday favorite for parties or casual snacking. The melting and coating step binds the ingredients into bite-sized clusters.

Description

The mix involves combining dry cereal varieties along with pretzels, peanuts, and colorful Christmas M&Ms in a bowl. White almond bark is melted separately and then poured over this mixture. Stirring thoroughly ensures an even coating, and spreading the mixture on waxed paper allows it to set into clusters. The almond bark adds sweetness and a creamy texture that contrasts with the crunchiness of the cereals and nuts.

Making a double batch can supply a larger quantity suitable for gatherings. The Chex mix can be chilled briefly after coating to firm up, making it easier to break into clusters for serving.

This recipe provides a festive snack that pairs well with cold beverages and is commonly enjoyed during holiday events for its colorful and flavorful appeal.

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Ingredients

Servings

2 cups rice chex cereal
2 cups pretzels
2 cups Cheerios cereal plain
1-2 cups peanuts
2 cups M&Ms Christmas
1 (24-ounce) package almond bark white

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Combine all dry ingredients in a bowl and mix well.
In a separate bowl, melt almond bark according to package directions.
Pour bark over ingredients, mix well, and spread out on wax paper to set.
I double this recipe all the time and it's the perfect amount for parties!

Note

You can also let the full pan of finished Chex mix sit in the fridge for 10 minutes after mixing in the almond bark. Then you can it break into clusters.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 0.5cup Calories 687kcal (34%) Carbohydrates 95g (32%) Protein 15g (30%) Fat 30g (46%) Saturated Fat 12g (60%) Polyunsaturated Fat 5g (29%) Monounsaturated Fat 6g (30%) Trans Fat 1g (50%) Cholesterol 10mg (3%) Sodium 536mg (22%) Potassium 361mg (8%) Fiber 8g (32%) Sugar 47g (94%) Vitamin A 606IU (12%) Vitamin C 5mg (6%) Calcium 182mg (18%) Iron 11mg (61%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 687 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving	0.5cup
Calories	687kcal	34%
Carbohydrates	95g	32%
Protein	15g	30%
Fat	30g	46%
Saturated Fat	12g	60%
Polyunsaturated Fat	5g	29%
Monounsaturated Fat	6g	30%
Trans Fat	1g	50%
Cholesterol	10mg	3%
Sodium	536mg	22%
Potassium	361mg	8%
Fiber	8g	32%
Sugar	47g	94%
Vitamin A	606IU	12%
Vitamin C	5mg	6%
Calcium	182mg	18%
Iron	11mg	61%