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A bowl filled with a festive snack mix containing cereal squares, pretzels, red and green candies, and sprinkles, all coated in a white glaze.

Christmas Chex Mix

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Christmas Chex Mix is a holiday favorite! This White Chocolate Christmas Chex Mix recipe combines crunchy Chex cereal, pretzels, peanuts, and M&Ms coated in white chocolate for a festive, sweet, and salty treat. This easy mix is a guaranteed holiday crowd-pleaser, perfect for parties, neighbor gifts, or make-ahead snacks.ty treat. This easy mix is a guaranteed holiday crowd-pleaser, perfect for parties, neighbor gifts, or make-ahead snacks.
Keyword sweet treat
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Additional Cool Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 12 minutes
Servings 12 servings
Calories 455
Author Gina Dickson

Ingredients

  • 2 cups rice Chex cereal
  • 2 cups corn Chex cereal
  • 2 cups mini pretzels
  • 1 cup salted peanuts
  • 1 ½ cups holiday M&Ms divided
  • 12 ounces white chocolate chips
  • 2 teaspoons vegetable oil or vegetable shortening
  • 2 tablespoons holiday sprinkles

Instructions

Mix the Dry Ingredients

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the rice Chex cereal, corn Chex cereal, mini pretzels, salted peanuts, and 1 cup of the M&Ms. Stir until evenly mixed.
    2 cups rice Chex cereal, 2 cups corn Chex cereal, 2 cups mini pretzels, 1 cup salted peanuts, 1 ½ cups holiday M&Ms
    A large glass bowl filled with a snack mix, including pretzels, Chex cereal, peanuts, and colorful candy-coated chocolates, sits on a white surface next to a white napkin with a red border.

Melt the White Chocolate

  • Place the white chocolate chips and vegetable oil in a microwave-safe bowl.
    12 ounces white chocolate chips, 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
  • Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring each time, until smooth and fully melted (about 60–90 seconds total).
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Coat the Mix

  • Pour the melted white chocolate over the cereal mixture.
  • Stir gently but thoroughly until everything is evenly coated.
    A glass bowl filled with a snack mix, including pretzels, cereal squares, colorful candies, and coated in a white mixture. A light green spatula is resting inside. The background is a white surface with a red-trimmed cloth nearby.

Spread and Decorate

  • Spread the mixture onto one or two baking sheets in a single layer.
  • Quickly sprinkle the remaining M&Ms and holiday sprinkles on top before the chocolate hardens.
    2 tablespoons holiday sprinkles

Let It Set

  • Allow the mix to harden at room temperature for 1 hour, or place in the refrigerator for 20 minutes for faster setting. Enjoy!

Notes

Flavor Enhancements
  • Add crushed peppermint candy for a holiday twist.
  • Drizzle with dark chocolate or peanut butter for extra richness.
  • Mix in dried cranberries or marshmallows for a chewy surprise.
Add-In Options
When I’m hosting a party, I like to play around with add-ins. Popcorn is fun, Bugles add crunch, and you can swap M&Ms for seasonal flavors. It’s one of those recipes where you can get creative, and it always turns out tasty.
Simple Substitutions
  • Swap Cheerios or Golden Grahams for part of the Chex.
  • Try cashews or almonds instead of peanuts.
  • Use pretzel sticks if you don’t have twists.
Storage
Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container up to 5 days.
Fridge: Keeps for up to 2 weeks. Let it warm a few minutes before serving.
Freezer: Freeze up to 3 months in airtight bags. Thaw on the counter before serving.
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Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 455kcal | Carbohydrates: 57g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 335mg | Potassium: 224mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 36g | Vitamin A: 317IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 136mg | Iron: 4mg
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