Reindeer Chow
A sweet, crunchy snack combining crispy cereal, creamy chocolate, and playful candy, perfect for the holiday season.
Servings: 12 servings
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Microwave-safe Bowl
- Zip-top Bag
- Baking Sheet
Ingredients
Cereals
- 3 cups Corn Chex cereal
- 3 cups Rice Chex cereal
- 2 cups Honey Nut Cheerios (optional)
Pretzels
- 4 cups Pretzels (sticks or twists)
Coating
- 3 tablespoons Butter
- 1/2 cup Peanut butter
- 1 cup Chocolate chips
- 1.5 cups Powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons Cocoa powder
Candies
- 16 ounces Christmas M&Ms
- 2 cups Mini peanut butter cups
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the Corn Chex, Rice Chex, Honey Nut Cheerios (if using), and pretzels. Set aside.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, add the butter, peanut butter, and chocolate chips. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring each time, until the mixture is smooth and fully melted (about 1 to 2 minutes).
- Pour the melted chocolate and peanut butter mixture over the cereal and pretzel blend. Gently stir until everything is evenly coated.
- In a large zip-top bag or another big bowl, combine the powdered sugar and cocoa powder. Add the chocolate-coated cereal mixture and shake or toss until every piece is well covered.
- Spread the coated mixture out on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Let it cool for 10 minutes to set the chocolate.
- Once cooled, mix in the Christmas M&Ms and mini peanut butter cups. Toss to combine.
- Serve immediately, or store in an airtight container for later snacking!
Notes
Store Reindeer Chow in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. For longer storage, freeze in a freezer-safe bag for up to 1 month.