Description
This Valentine Snack Mix is a delightful, colorful treat perfect for sharing during the holiday. Combining crunchy cereals, pretzels, and festive M&M’s coated in creamy white chocolate, this easy-to-make snack is both visually appealing and delicious, making it ideal for parties or gifting.
Ingredients
Scale
Snack Mix
- 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 extra 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 Baking Sheet. Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper and set aside to make cleanup easy and prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients. In a very large bowl, combine the Corn Chex, mini pretzel twists, Rice Chex, Honey Nut Cheerios, and 1 cup of Valentine’s M&M’s. Stir well to evenly distribute all components.
- Melt White Chocolate. In a medium microwave-safe bowl, combine 3 cups white chocolate chips and the vegetable oil. Microwave for 30 seconds, stir for 15 seconds, then microwave another 15 seconds. Stir until melted and smooth. If needed, microwave in additional 15-second bursts, stirring between each, until fully melted.
- Coat Snack Mix. Pour the melted white chocolate over the snack mix. Working quickly, gently stir until all ingredients are thoroughly coated with chocolate.
- Spread and Add Toppings. Immediately transfer the coated mix to the prepared sheet pan and spread into an even layer. Quickly add the remaining Valentine’s M&M’s on top and optional sprinkles for decoration.
- Optional Decoration. Melt last 1/4 cup white chocolate chips in the microwave, transfer to a small plastic bag, cut the tip off, and pipe decorative stripes across the snack mix.
- Set and Serve. Allow the white chocolate to firm up and harden at room temperature or place in the fridge for about 10–20 minutes until firm. Break into pieces and serve.
- Enjoy and Share. Let us know how you enjoyed this Valentine Snack Mix by leaving a review.
Notes
- Store the snack mix in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain freshness.
- For longer shelf life, freeze the snack mix in a sealed container or freezer-safe bag.
- You can substitute white chocolate chips with almond bark or candy melts for easier melting.
- Customize the snack mix with other favorite cereals or candies to suit your taste or dietary needs.
- Use parchment paper or wax paper on the sheet pan to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
