Christmas Reindeer Chow Snack Mix
A festive Christmas Reindeer Chow Snack Mix made with popcorn, pretzels, Chex cereal, marshmallows, white chocolate, and holiday candies — a sweet and salty holiday treat perfect for parties or gifting.
8 Servings
Ingredients
- 10 cups popped popcorn
- 16 oz white candy coating such as almond bark or white chocolate
- 2 cups miniature pretzels
- 2 cups rice Chex cereal
- 1 12 oz bag red and green chocolate candies (such as M&Ms)
- 1/2 cup festive sprinkles
- 1 1/2 cups miniature marshmallows
Instructions
Prepare the baking sheet:
- Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and spread the popped popcorn evenly across the center. This will create the base for your snack mix and make cleanup simple.
Melt the candy coating:
- Melt the white candy coating according to the package directions until smooth. Use a microwave-safe bowl or a double boiler, stirring frequently to prevent scorching.
Coat the popcorn:
- Pour the melted candy coating over the popcorn. Using tongs or a large spatula, toss the popcorn gently until each piece is evenly coated. Ensure all kernels are covered for an even layer of sweetness.
Incorporate the mix-ins:
- Add the miniature pretzels, rice Chex cereal, and red and green chocolate candies. Toss carefully to distribute the ingredients evenly throughout the mixture.
Add decorative touches:
- Sprinkle the festive sprinkles over the coated mixture. Gently fold in the miniature marshmallows last to maintain their shape and texture.
Allow to set:
- Let the mixture rest for approximately 30 minutes at room temperature, or until the candy coating has completely set. Once firm, break the mixture into clusters of your preferred size.
Serve or store:
- Transfer the snack mix into an airtight container for storage. Serve in decorative bowls for parties, or package in treat bags for a festive homemade gift.
Notes
To make this Christmas Reindeer Chow Snack Mix gluten-free, substitute gluten-free pretzels and gluten-free rice cereal in place of the standard versions. Be sure to verify that your white candy coating and chocolate candies are certified gluten-free as well.