White Trash Snack Mix (Printable version)
Sweet-salty blend of cereals, pretzels, nuts, marshmallows and candy coated in creamy white chocolate—party-ready.
# List of ingredients:
→ Base
01 - 3 cups crispy rice cereal squares (such as Rice Chex)
02 - 3 cups corn cereal squares (such as Corn Chex)
03 - 2 cups small pretzel twists
04 - 2 cups salted peanuts
05 - 2 cups bite-sized cheese crackers (such as Goldfish or Cheez-It)
→ Sweets
06 - 2 cups mini chocolate-coated candies (such as M&M's)
07 - 2 cups mini marshmallows
→ Coating
08 - 24 ounces white chocolate chips or white candy coating
09 - 2 tablespoons coconut oil or vegetable shortening (optional)
# Directions:
01 - Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, add crispy rice cereal, corn cereal, pretzel twists, salted peanuts, cheese crackers, mini marshmallows, and chocolate-coated candies. Gently toss to combine evenly.
03 - Place white chocolate chips and coconut oil (if using) in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each burst, until the mixture is melted and smooth.
04 - Pour the melted white chocolate over the prepared snack mix. Quickly and gently fold with a spatula until all ingredients are evenly coated.
05 - Transfer the coated mixture to the lined baking sheet, spreading into a single even layer. Allow to cool at room temperature for approximately 20 minutes or until the chocolate has set.
06 - Once set, break the snack mix into bite-sized chunks. Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- No baking means you can whip up a batch even when the oven is busy—or when you just want something ASAP.
- The combination of crunchy, salty, and sweet promises everyone will find their favorite bite.
02 -
- Overheating the white chocolate is a fatal error—it gets grainy and clumpy, so use low heat and patience.
- Discovering that coconut oil makes the coating silky was a game-changer when I struggled with lumpy chocolate one hectic afternoon.
03 -
- Keep a close eye while melting white chocolate—being gentle prevents graininess.
- A spatula coated with a little oil makes mixing less sticky and more fun.