Description
Valentine Snack Mix is a delightful and festive treat perfect for celebrating the holiday. This mix combines crunchy cereals, mini pretzels, colorful Valentine’s Day M&M’s, and creamy white chocolate, coated together for a sweet and salty snack that’s easy to prepare and fun to share.
Ingredients
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Mix Ingredients
- 2 cups Corn Chex® cereal
- 1 cup mini pretzel twists
- 2 cups Rice Chex® cereal
- 2 cups Honey Nut Cheerios cereal or plain Cheerios
- 1 cup Valentine’s Day M&M’s red, white, and pink (plus 1 cup for topping)
Chocolate Coating
- 3-1/4 cups white chocolate chips (just under 2 bags)
- 1-1/2 teaspoons vegetable oil or canola oil
- Valentine’s Day sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Pan: Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper and set it aside to use later for spreading the snack mix.
- Combine Snack Mix: In a very large bowl, add the Corn Chex, mini pretzel twists, Rice Chex, Honey Nut Cheerios, and 1 cup of Valentine’s Day M&M’s. Stir well to evenly combine all the dry ingredients.
- Melt White Chocolate: In a medium microwave-safe bowl, combine 3 cups of white chocolate chips with 1-1/2 teaspoons of vegetable or canola oil. Microwave for 30 seconds, stir for 15 seconds, then microwave for another 15 seconds. Stir until smooth. If needed, continue microwaving in 15-second bursts, stirring in between until the chocolate is completely melted and glossy.
- Coat Snack Mix: Pour the melted white chocolate over the mixed dry ingredients in the bowl. Quickly and gently stir until all pieces are well coated with the white chocolate.
- Spread and Decorate: Transfer the coated snack mix immediately to the prepared sheet pan. Spread into an even layer. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of Valentine’s M&M’s and optional Valentine’s Day sprinkles evenly over the top. Optionally, melt the last 1/4 cup of white chocolate chips, place in a small plastic bag, cut a tip off, and pipe decorative stripes over the mixture.
- Set the Snack Mix: Allow the white chocolate to firm up at room temperature, or place the sheet pan in the refrigerator for about 10–20 minutes until completely hardened.
- Serve and Store: Break the hardened mixture into bite-sized pieces. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container at room temperature. For longer storage, freeze in a sealed container or bag.
Notes
- For best results, work quickly when coating the mix to ensure even coverage before the chocolate hardens.
- Use parchment paper on the sheet pan to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- The optional drizzle adds an extra decorative touch but can be skipped if desired.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week, or freeze for up to three months.
- You can substitute the Valentine’s Day M&M’s with any festive colored candy or chocolate chips.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
