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Christmas Crack Snack Mix on a parchment lined baking sheet with a glass jar for gifting.
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5 Minute Christmas Crack Chex Mix Recipe

Tis the season for sweet and salty, and easy. This simple Christmas Crack can be made in 5 minutes or less -- and is incredibly tasty. Does it get better than that?
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Servings: 24 servings
Calories: 154kcal
Author: Stephanie Wilson

Ingredients

  • 4 cups Rice Chex
  • 4 cups Wheat Chex
  • 1 cup Pretzel Sticks
  • 1 cup Mini Marshmallows
  • 2-3 cups M&M's
  • 24 oz White Chocolate for melting

Instructions

  • In a large bowl combine the cereal, pretzels, marshmallows, and M&Ms. Mix them up a bit to evenly distribute.
  • Meanwhile, over a double boiler, bain-marie, or in the microwave, melt the white chocolate according to package instructions.
  • Once the chocolate is melted and smooth, drizzle it over the cereal mix and combine it with a spoon or even your hands. Be sure the cereal mixture is evenly coated with chocolate. Melt a little more white chocolate if needed!
  • Spread the mixture onto a large sheet of parchment or wax paper. Let dry for an hour or so, until the chocolate is cool and hardened. Break it into easy pieces and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator or freezer.

Notes

  1. Cereal: Rice or Corn Chex works best, but Cheerios or Crispix are also great options. Mini marshmallows add extra sweetness and chew, but can be left out if you prefer a crunchier mix.
  2. Storage: Store Christmas Crack Chex Mix in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. For longer storage, freeze in a sealed bag or container for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.
  3. Make Ahead: This recipe is perfect for gifting and can be made several days in advance. Be sure to let the mix cool completely before packaging so it stays crisp.
  4. Variations: Swap white chocolate for dark or milk chocolate for a different flavor, add crushed candy canes, cinnamon sugar, or holiday sprinkles for extra festive flair or use gluten-free Chex or nut-free candies to make it allergy-friendly.
  5. Serving & Gifting: Portion into mason jars, holiday tins, or cellophane bags tied with ribbon for an easy homemade Christmas gift. It’s also great served in a large bowl on a holiday snack table.

Nutrition

Calories: 154kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 112mg | Potassium: 67mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 161IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 62mg | Iron: 3mg