Description
This Valentine Snack Mix combines a variety of crunchy cereals, mini pretzels, festive Valentine’s Day M&M’s, and creamy white chocolate for a sweet and salty treat perfect for the holiday. Easy to prepare and full of fun colors, it makes a delightful snack or party mix that kids and adults will love.
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
White Chocolate Coating
- 3-1/4 cups white chocolate chips (just under 2 bags)
- 1-1/2 teaspoons vegetable oil or canola oil
Toppings (Optional)
- Remaining Valentine’s Day M&M’s
- Valentine’s Day sprinkles
Instructions
- Prepare Pan: Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper and set aside for easy cleanup and to 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 Day M&M’s. Stir gently until evenly mixed.
- Melt White Chocolate: In a medium microwave-safe bowl, combine 3 cups of white chocolate chips and the vegetable oil. Microwave for 30 seconds, then stir for 15 seconds. Microwave for an additional 15 seconds and stir until melted and smooth. Repeat in 15-second bursts if needed, stirring between each burst.
- Combine Chocolate and Mix: Pour the melted white chocolate over the snack mix. Quickly and gently stir until all ingredients are thoroughly coated with the white chocolate.
- Spread and Decorate: Transfer the coated mix to the prepared sheet pan and spread into an even layer. Immediately sprinkle the remaining Valentine’s Day M&M’s on top along with optional Valentine’s Day sprinkles. For an extra decorative touch, melt the remaining 1/4 cup white chocolate chips, transfer to a small plastic bag, cut off a tip, and pipe stripes over the snack mix.
- Set and Serve: Allow the white chocolate to firm up at room temperature or chill in the fridge for 10 to 20 minutes until set. Break into pieces and serve.
- Feedback: Enjoy the Valentine Snack Mix and consider leaving a review to share your experience!
Notes
- Storage: Keep the snack mix in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
- For longer storage, freeze the mix in a sealed container or freezer bag to maintain freshness.
- If you prefer a dairy-free option, use dairy-free white chocolate chips.
- Vegetable oil helps make the white chocolate smoother and easier to coat the mix evenly; don’t skip this step.
- Be gentle when stirring the mix after adding chocolate to avoid breaking the cereals and pretzels too much.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of batch
- Calories: 340 kcal
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 41 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
