American Blessing Mix
Celebrate the spirit of gratitude and abundance with this delightful American Blessing Mix—a no-cook treat that's as symbolic as it is delicious. This easy-to-make snack combines Bugles, representing the cornucopia of plenty, with mini pretzels, candy corn, dried cranberries, peanuts or sunflower seeds, and chocolate candies, each ingredient carrying a meaningful nod to Thanksgiving traditions. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s perfect for festive gatherings, thoughtful gifts, or family-friendly activities. Customize it with candy-coated sunflower seeds for an extra pop of sweetness, and watch it bring smiles and a sense of thankfulness to the table. Whether packaged in decorative bags for gifting or served in a communal bowl, this mix sets the tone for a season of sharing and celebration.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Bugles (corn snacks)
- 2 cups Mini pretzels
- 1 cup Candy corn
- 1 cup Dried cranberries (or raisins)
- 1 cup Peanuts (or sunflower seeds, for nut-free option)
- 1 cup M&Ms (chocolate candies)
- 0.5 cup Candy-coated sunflower seeds (optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, measure and pour in the Bugles. They serve as a reminder of the cornucopia, a symbol of abundance.
Add the mini pretzels, symbolizing arms folded in thanks and prayer.
Stir in the candy corn, representing the sacrifices of the Pilgrims’ first winter and the hope for a bountiful harvest.
Add the dried cranberries or raisins, signifying the feast of Thanksgiving and the bounty of fall fruit.
Mix in the peanuts or sunflower seeds, symbolizing the promise of future harvest (use sunflower seeds for a nut-free alternative).
Include the M&Ms, representing the memories of those who came before us and the love that binds us together.
Optionally, mix in the candy-coated sunflower seeds as an extra sweet touch.
Gently toss all the ingredients together until evenly combined.
Divide the mix into individual portions if gifting, and store in airtight containers or festive bags. Perfect for sharing blessings and gratitude!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4542 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 161.7 g | 207% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.7 g | 154% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5956 mg | 259% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 705.9 g | 257% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 39.4 g | 141% | |
| Total Sugars | 347.1 g | ||
| Protein | 83.1 g | 166% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 274 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 20.5 mg | 114% | |
| Potassium | 2089 mg | 44% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
