Snack Mix Squares
Sweet, salty, and utterly addictive, Snack Mix Squares are the ultimate no-bake treat that satisfies every craving! Made with a luscious blend of melted marshmallows, creamy peanut butter, and crunchy rice cereal, these squares are elevated with crushed pretzels, mini chocolate chips, and candy-coated chocolate pieces for a perfect balance of textures and flavors. Ready in just 20 minutes, these easy-to-make bars are ideal for busy weeknights, game-day spreads, or a sweet snack on the go. Customize the recipe with an optional sprinkle of sea salt to enhance the irresistible salty-sweet profile. Whether you're feeding a crowd or treating yourself, these delicious squares are sure to become a new favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup butter
- 4 cups mini marshmallows
- 0.5 cup peanut butter
- 3 cups rice cereal
- 2 cups pretzels (crushed into small pieces)
- 1 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1 cup candy-coated chocolate pieces
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Grease a 9x9-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick cooking spray and set aside.
In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Once melted, add the mini marshmallows and stir continuously until fully melted and smooth.
Turn off the heat and stir in the peanut butter until combined and smooth.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rice cereal, crushed pretzels, mini chocolate chips, and candy-coated chocolate pieces.
Pour the melted marshmallow and peanut butter mixture over the cereal mixture and quickly stir to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and press it firmly and evenly into the pan using a greased spatula or clean hands.
Optional: Sprinkle the top with sea salt for an extra salty-sweet flavor combination.
Allow the snack mix squares to cool and set at room temperature for about 30 minutes, or refrigerate for 15 minutes for faster setting.
Once set, cut into 16 squares and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4975 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 220.1 g | 282% | |
| Saturated Fat | 98.3 g | 492% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 18.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 283 mg | 94% | |
| Sodium | 7010 mg | 305% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 713.2 g | 259% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.8 g | 103% | |
| Total Sugars | 325.5 g | ||
| Protein | 73.6 g | 147% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.2 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 402 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 70.1 mg | 389% | |
| Potassium | 1690 mg | 36% | |
*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.
