Unforgettable Reindeer Chow Mix: 12 Party Snacks
Whip up this delightful Reindeer Chow Mix, a no-bake holiday treat perfect for festive gatherings. It’s a quick and easy snack that brings holiday cheer to any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 16 servings
- Category: Snack Mix
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 cups Chex cereal (rice, corn, or wheat)
- 1 cup mixed nuts (peanuts, almonds, cashews)
- 1 cup pretzels
- 1 cup candy corn
- 1 cup holiday-colored M&Ms
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup corn syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine Chex cereal, nuts, and pretzels.
- In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar and corn syrup. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract, cinnamon, and white chocolate chips until chips are melted and mixture is smooth.
- Pour the chocolate mixture over the cereal mixture. Gently stir until everything is evenly coated.
- Add candy corn and M&Ms, stirring gently to distribute.
- Spread the Reindeer Chow Mix onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to cool completely.
- Once cooled, break apart any large clumps. Store in an airtight container.
Notes
- Feel free to customize with your favorite nuts and candies.
- For a festive touch, add sprinkles.
- This mix makes a wonderful homemade gift.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/16 of the mix
- Calories: Approx. 350
- Sugar: Approx. 30g
- Sodium: Approx. 150mg
- Fat: Approx. 18g
- Saturated Fat: Approx. 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approx. 10g
- Trans Fat: Approx. 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 45g
- Fiber: Approx. 2g
- Protein: Approx. 4g
- Cholesterol: Approx. 15mg