Holiday Snack Mix Aka Elf Food
Transform your holiday gatherings with this festive and irresistible Holiday Snack Mix, lovingly nicknamed "Elf Food." Bursting with crunchy Rice Chex cereal, salty pretzel twists, sweet honey roasted peanuts, and fluffy mini marshmallows, this no-bake treat is bound together by creamy white chocolate for a delightful blend of textures and flavors. Finished with vibrant red and green candy-coated chocolates and sprinkled with cheerful holiday sprinkles, this snack mix is as colorful as it is delicious. Perfect for parties, gifting, or cozy nights by the fireplace, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 15 minutes and requires no baking at all. Whether you’re entertaining a crowd or prepping a festive treat for the family, this make-ahead holiday snack mix is guaranteed to spread seasonal cheer! Keywords: holiday snack mix, elf food recipe, festive party snacks, no-bake holiday treats, easy holiday dessert recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Rice Chex cereal
- 2 cups Pretzel twists
- 1 cup Honey roasted peanuts
- 1 cup Mini marshmallows
- 2 cups White chocolate chips
- 1 cup Red and green candy-coated chocolate pieces (like M&M's)
- 0.25 cup Holiday-themed sprinkles
Instructions
Place the Rice Chex cereal, pretzel twists, honey roasted peanuts, and mini marshmallows into a large mixing bowl. Gently toss the ingredients together to combine.
In a microwave-safe bowl, add the white chocolate chips. Microwave on high in 30-second increments, stirring well after each interval, until completely melted and smooth. This should take about 1 to 2 minutes total.
Carefully pour the melted white chocolate over the cereal mixture in the large mixing bowl. Use a silicone spatula to gently fold the mixture until everything is evenly coated in the white chocolate.
Spread the mixture out onto a large parchment-lined baking sheet in an even layer. Sprinkle the red and green candy-coated chocolate pieces and the holiday-themed sprinkles over the top before the white chocolate sets.
Let the snack mix sit at room temperature for 20 to 30 minutes, or until the white chocolate hardens completely. You can also place the tray in the refrigerator for 10 minutes to speed up the process.
Once the mixture has hardened, break it apart into bite-sized clusters. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6233 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 251.1 g | 322% | |
| Saturated Fat | 123.8 g | 619% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 20.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 100 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 5714 mg | 248% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 926.7 g | 337% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.0 g | 111% | |
| Total Sugars | 498.3 g | ||
| Protein | 112.9 g | 226% | |
| Vitamin D | 16.0 mcg | 80% | |
| Calcium | 2164 mg | 166% | |
| Iron | 92.8 mg | 516% | |
| Potassium | 3567 mg | 76% | |
*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.
