Holiday Mix Snack Blend

A crunchy, sweet-and-salty snack mix featuring classic Chex cereals, pretzels, and festive candies—perfect for holiday gatherings and presented in a vibrant red and green bowl cluster.

This snack mix has become my go-to holiday treat to share with friends and family every year.

Ingredients

• Cereals: 3 cups Rice Chex, 3 cups Corn Chex, 2 cups Wheat Chex
• Savory Additions: 1 cup mini pretzels, 1 cup roasted peanuts (optional or substitute with pumpkin seeds for nut-free)
• Sweet Additions: 1 cup red and green chocolate candies (such as M&Ms), 1 cup white chocolate chips
• Coating: 6 tbsp unsalted butter melted, 2 tbsp light brown sugar, 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp kosher salt

Instructions

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Preheat oven:

Preheat oven to 250°F (120°C).

Mix dry ingredients:

In a large bowl combine Rice Chex, Corn Chex, Wheat Chex, pretzels, and peanuts.

Prepare coating:

In a separate bowl whisk together melted butter, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and salt.

Combine coating and mix:

Pour the butter mixture over the dry mix tossing gently to coat evenly.

Spread on baking sheet:

Spread the mixture in an even layer on a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Bake:

Bake for 1 hour stirring every 15 minutes to ensure even toasting.

Cool and add candies:

Let cool completely then stir in red and green chocolate candies and white chocolate chips.

Serve:

Serve in a festive red and green bowl cluster for holiday flair.

Air fry, roast, reheat, and dehydrate foods quickly for crispy snacks and easy everyday meals.

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Air fry, roast, reheat, and dehydrate foods quickly for crispy snacks and easy everyday meals.

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Preparing this holiday mix brings back fond memories of family gatherings and holiday celebrations.

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week. Pairs well with light sparkling wines or holiday punch.

Required Tools

Large mixing bowl, small mixing bowl, whisk, baking sheet, parchment paper, spatula

Allergen Information

Contains wheat milk (from chocolate chips) soy (from Worcestershire sauce) and peanuts (if using) Contains possible tree nut traces if candies are processed in shared facilities. Always check labels for allergens if serving to guests with dietary restrictions.

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This holiday snack mix is sure to be a crowd-pleaser and adds festive cheer to any gathering.