A quick, festive snack mix with crunchy cereal, chocolate, peanut butter, and colorful candies for sharing.
# Components:
→ Base
01 - 6 cups rice or corn Chex cereal
→ Coating
02 - 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
03 - 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
04 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter
→ Topping
05 - 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
06 - 1/2 cup red and green chocolate candies (e.g., M&Ms)
07 - 1/2 cup mini pretzels (optional)
# Preparation steps:
01 - In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips, peanut butter, and unsalted butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until mixture is smooth and fully melted, approximately 1 to 2 minutes.
02 - Add Chex cereal to the melted mixture and gently fold until all pieces are evenly coated.
03 - Transfer coated cereal into a large zip-top bag or bowl with a lid, add powdered sugar, seal tightly and shake until the cereal is thoroughly coated with sugar.
04 - Spread sugar-coated cereal onto a lined baking sheet and allow to cool for 5 minutes.
05 - Once cooled, transfer to a serving bowl and gently fold in red and green chocolate candies and mini pretzels if desired.
