Snowy Evergreen Snack Mix (Printable)
A crunchy winter mix combining cereal, pretzels, nuts, marshmallows, and white chocolate flakes.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Base Mix
01 - 3 cups rice or corn cereal squares (e.g., Chex)
02 - 2 cups small pretzel twists
03 - 1 cup roasted, unsalted almonds
04 - 1 cup mini marshmallows
05 - 1 cup green candy-coated chocolates (e.g., green M&Ms)
→ Coating
06 - 12 oz white chocolate chips
07 - 1 tbsp coconut oil (optional)
→ Decoration
08 - 1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
09 - Edible silver or pearl sprinkles (optional)
# How-To Steps:
01 - Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, mix cereal squares, pretzels, almonds, mini marshmallows, and green candy-coated chocolates until evenly distributed.
03 - Melt white chocolate chips with coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl, heating in 30-second intervals and stirring until smooth.
04 - Pour melted chocolate over the cereal mixture and gently fold with a spatula until all ingredients are evenly coated.
05 - Evenly spread the coated mix onto the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
06 - Sprinkle sweetened shredded coconut and optional edible sprinkles over the top to simulate snow.
07 - Allow to set at room temperature for approximately 30 minutes until the chocolate hardens.
08 - Break the set mixture into clusters and store in an airtight container.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- This snack mix feels like sharing a secret holiday treat with your closest friends and family
- The combination of textures and flavors always surprises and delights, making it an instant favorite
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- Make sure white chocolate melts slowly and doesn't burn — patience here makes all the difference
- Adding coconut oil helps the chocolate coat every piece evenly without clumping
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- Use a gentle folding motion when combining the melted chocolate with the snack mix to avoid crushing delicate pieces
- The secret to that perfect snowy look is a generous, even sprinkle of shredded coconut and just a few shimmer sprinkles