Christmas Trash

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Get ready to spread holiday cheer with "Christmas Trash," the ultimate no-bake treat that’s as festive as it is irresistible! This quick and easy snack mix combines the crunch of Rice Chex, Corn Chex, mini pretzels, and Honey Nut Cheerios with the sweetness of white chocolate, red and green candy-coated chocolates, and holiday sprinkles. Perfect for parties, gifting, or festive movie nights, this recipe requires just 15 minutes of prep and uses simple techniques like gently tossing and coating with melted white chocolate for a smooth, even finish. The joyful mix of salty and sweet flavors is balanced by a hint of crunch from salted peanuts, making this playful and colorful holiday snack a guaranteed crowd-pleaser! Whether you're assembling treat bags or grazing by the handful, "Christmas Trash" is your go-to treat for effortless holiday magic.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: 5 min
• Total Time: 20 min
• Servings: 12 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

9 items

• 4 cups Rice Chex cereal
• 4 cups Corn Chex cereal
• 3 cups Mini pretzels
• 2 cups Honey Nut Cheerios
• 1 cup Salted peanuts
• 1 cup Red and green candy-coated chocolate (e.g., M&M's)
• 2 cups White chocolate chips
• 1 tablespoon Coconut oil
• 0.25 cup Holiday-themed sprinkles

📝 Instructions

9 steps

1. Gather all ingredients and prepare a large mixing bowl and a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

2. In the large mixing bowl, combine the Rice Chex, Corn Chex, mini pretzels, Honey Nut Cheerios, and salted peanuts. Stir gently to mix.

3. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the white chocolate chips and coconut oil. Microwave in 20-second increments, stirring between each interval, until completely melted and smooth.

4. Pour the melted white chocolate over the cereal mixture in the large bowl. Use a spatula to gently toss and coat everything evenly.

5. Add the red and green candy-coated chocolate and half of the holiday-themed sprinkles. Gently fold them into the mixture.

6. Spread the coated mixture onto the parchment-lined baking sheet in an even layer, ensuring it doesn’t clump together too much.

7. While the mixture is still wet, sprinkle the remaining holiday-themed sprinkles over the top for added color and festiveness.

8. Allow the Christmas Trash to cool and harden completely at room temperature for about an hour. Alternatively, you can place it in the fridge for 20 minutes to speed up the process.

9. Once hardened, break the mixture into bite-sized pieces and transfer it to an airtight container for storage. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (161.3g)

Calories		721
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		25.7 g	33%
	Saturated Fat	11.1 g	56%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	1.9 g
Cholesterol		9 mg	3%
Sodium		919 mg	40%
Total Carbohydrate		114.1 g	41%
	Dietary Fiber	4.5 g	16%
	Total Sugars	45.7 g
Protein		11.8 g	24%
Vitamin D		3.4 mcg	17%
Calcium		313 mg	24%
Iron		14.7 mg	82%
Potassium		313 mg	7%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 2769 cal (31.4%%)

Protein: 566 cal (6.4%%)

Carbs: 5479 cal (62.2%%)