Strawberry Valentine's Snack Mix
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Strawberry Valentine's Snack Mix
Description
The Strawberry Valentine's Snack Mix features a combination of chewy and crisp textures from the rice Chex and mini pretzels. The white chocolate is carefully melted with coconut oil, then blended with strawberry gelatin powder to create a smooth, fruity coating. Tossing the mix quickly ensures an even layer on every piece, which then hardens as it cools on parchment. Incorporating M&M's adds bursts of chocolate and color, complementing the strawberry flavor and salty crunch. This treats works well as a shareable snack or festive addition to any party table.
The coating process requires attention to avoid overheating the white chocolate, and using refined coconut oil prevents an overt coconut taste. After cooling, the mix can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week, maintaining its texture and flavor. It's best enjoyed fresh for the contrast of crispness and smooth coating.
Ingredients
- 3 cups rice chex mix
- 2 cups pretzels mini
- 1 white chocolate chips 1/2 cup
- 1 tbsp coconut oil use refined coconut oil for no coconut taste
- 1 tbsp strawberry gelatin mix
- 1/2 cup M&M's I used the Valentines Day mix
Instructions
- Combine rice chex and mini pretzels in a large mixing bowl
- Melt white chocolate chips and coconut oil together in a double boiler or in the microwave. Be careful not to overcook your chocolate. If using the microwave, melt in 30 second increments, mixing between each increment.
- Mix the strawberry jello mix powder into the warm, but not too hot melted white chocolate
- Immediately pour the strawberry white chocolate mixture over the chex and pretzels. Toss the mixture immediately with a spatula and mix until each piece is evenly coated with the white chocolate mixture
- Mix the M&M's into the bowl with the spatula. Pour the entire mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment and allow to cool completely
- Once cooled, enjoy immediately or store at room temperature on the counter in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 10servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 348 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 10g | |
| Calories | 348kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 50g | 17% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 8mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 354mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 149mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 25g | 50% |
| Vitamin A | 31IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 79mg | 8% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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