Home > Snacks > White Chocolate Chex Mix White Chocolate Chex Mix January 17, 2019 | 7 Comments SAVE TO RECIPE BOX Jump to Recipe This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure policy. The BEST White Chocolate Chex Mix — cereal, pretzels, peanuts, and M&M’s, all coated in white chocolate. We’re snack mix obsessed, try this Chocolate Peanut Butter Snack Mix, Chex Mix Recipe, and Sweet Chex Mix Recipe next! White Chocolate Chex Mix One of the snacks my boys request the most is this White Chocolate Chex Mix. I don’t blame them either; it was one of my favorite snacks growing up (and still is)! As I’ve made this Chex mix over the years I’ve found two unique additions that put this mix over the top. Those two additions? Roasted peanuts and Captain Crunch® cereal (without the berries)! It might sound odd, but trust me, those two ingredients make this mix. Other great things about this snack mix? It’s super fast to make (and the chocolate hardens quickly!) And another great thing is how easy it is to adjust. You can change around quantities, ingredients, and colors of the candies to your heart’s content! You can change the colors of the M&M’s® to match the holiday or event you’re serving this addicting snack mix at! QUICK TIP Did you know that white chocolate isn’t actually chocolate? The legal definition of chocolate requires cocoa solids, and white chocolate only has cocoa butter. But it’s still delicious and most of us still think of it as chocolate! Ingredients These ingredients go great together, but the best part of this white chocolate snack mix is how easy it is to customize! Cereals (Rice Chex, Captain Crunch, Honey-Nut Cheerios): These provide a crunchy base and different textures to the mix. Use fresh, crispy cereal for the best flavor. Miniature Pretzels: They bring a salty taste that mixes nicely with the sweet. Nuts: Give everything a nice nutty flavor and a crunchy texture. Choose lightly salted nuts to make sure the snack mix doesn’t become too salty. M&M’s: These candies add a pop of color and chocolatey sweetness. You can switch out the M&Ms to make this snack mix match any holiday or theme! White Chocolate Chips: Adding a bit of oil when melting helps the chocolate coat the ingredients more smoothly. How To Make White Chocolate Chex Mix Prepare: Line a tray with parchment paper. Use parchment for easy removal and cleanup. Mix: Combine cereals, pretzels, peanuts, and M&M’s in a bowl. Gently mix to avoid crushing the cereals. Melt Chocolate: Microwave white chocolate and oil for 30 seconds, stir, then in 25-second bursts until smooth. Combine: Pour chocolate over mix, stirring to coat evenly. Act fast before the chocolate hardens. Set: Spread on the tray and let harden for 10-20 minutes. Enjoy: Break into pieces. Store in an airtight container to keep it crunchy. VARIATIONS White Chocolate Chex Mix Variation Ideas Here are some fun ways to change up the usual recipe for different events or tastes. Holidays: Spring: Use Spring Pastel M&M’s in place of regular or use Cadbury® Eggs. St. Patrick’s Day: Check out this adorable Leprechaun Bait. Christmas: This Christmas Snack Mix has the perfect, festive holiday combination. Popcorn snack mix: Try this White Chocolate Popcorn recipe; it’s a family favorite! Marshmallow snack mix: Replace the peanuts with 1 cup of mini marshmallows. Adding sprinkles: Follow the recipe to step 7. As soon as the snack mix is spread on the tray, sprinkle with 2-3 tablespoons of sprinkles. Pumpkin Spice? This Pumpkin Spice Snack Mix will get you in the mood for fall. For a chocolate version with powdered sugar: Try these popular Muddy Buddies! Now that you’ve got plenty of ideas to use this snack mix for every occasion, I’m sharing a few tips to ensure it comes out great every single time. Chocolate Melting Tips Using high-quality white chocolate will always result in a better melt and a richer taste. My favorites are Ghirardelli® and Guittard®. To avoid burned white chocolate, microwave the chocolate for 30 seconds at a time, and stir it for at least 20-25 seconds in between each microwave burst. Remember, the chocolate is still melting even after it has been removed from the microwave. Work quickly! Because white chocolate hardens fast, mix it with the ingredients immediately after it is fully melted. STORAGE Storing White Chocolate Chex Mix Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. We like it best within 3-4 days. You can freeze it in an airtight container/bag for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature or enjoy frozen, it’s delicious. STORAGE Storing White Chocolate Chex Mix Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. We like it best within 3-4 days. You can freeze it in an airtight container/bag for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature or enjoy frozen, it’s delicious. More Desserts To Share With A Crowd Carmelitas chocolate oatmeal bars 7 Layer Bars with a graham cracker crust Lemon Bars with a shortbread crust Snickerdoodles soft & chewy! Muddy Buddies chocolate peanut butter snack mix FOLLOW ALONG! Subscribe to my newsletter and follow along on Facebook, Pinterest and Instagram for the latest updates, recipes and content. White Chocolate Chex Mix 5 from 2 votes - Review this recipe The BEST White Chocolate Chex Mix -- cereal, pretzels, peanuts, and M&M's, all coated in white chocolate. SAVE TO RECIPE BOX Print Recipe White Chocolate Chex Mix 5 from 2 votes - Review this recipe SAVE TO RECIPE BOX Print Recipe The BEST White Chocolate Chex Mix -- cereal, pretzels, peanuts, and M&M's, all coated in white chocolate. Course Dessert, Snack Cuisine American Keyword white chocolate chex mix Prep Time 15 minutes minutes Setting Time 20 minutes minutes Total Time 35 minutes minutes Servings 25 servings Chelsea Lords Calories 247kcal Author Chelsea Lords Cost $8.78 Ingredients▢ 2 cups Rice Chex cereal▢ 1 cup Captain Crunch cereal (without the "berries")▢ 2 cups miniature pretzels▢ 1 cup Honey-Nut Cheerios▢ 1 cup dry-roasted & lightly salted peanuts (or cashews)▢ 1 cup M&M's▢ 2 cups white chocolate chips (Note 1)▢ 1 tablespoon vegetable oilUS - Metric USMetric InstructionsPREP: Line a large tray with parchment paper; set aside.MIX: In a very large bowl, combine the Chex, Captain Crunch, Cheerios, miniature pretzels, peanuts, and M&M's. Stir together gently. MELT WHITE CHOCOLATE: In a medium-sized bowl, add the white chocolate chips and vegetable oil. Microwave for 30 seconds, stir, and microwave for another 25 seconds. Stir until melted and smooth. If needed, return to the microwave for a little longer in bursts of 10 seconds, stirring for 10 seconds in between each burst). MIX SNACK MIX: Pour the melted white chocolate over the snack mix, using a spatula to scrape all the melted chocolate into the mix. Working quickly, gently stir until cereal mix is well coated in the white chocolate and then transfer to the prepared baking sheet and spread into one even layer. LET HARDEN: Allow to harden at room temperature or place in the fridge until firm, about 10-20 minutes. Break into pieces and serve. Video Recipe NotesNote 1: White Chocolate Chips: This is one 12-ounce bag. The better the quality of the white chocolate chips, the better the melt and the better the flavor. Ghirardelli white chocolate is our favorite here. Nutrition FactsServing: 1serving | Calories: 247kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 235mg | Potassium: 116mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 19g | Vitamin A: 91IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 54mg | Iron: 2mg We do our best to provide accurate nutritional analysis for our recipes. Our nutritional data is calculated using a third-party algorithm and may vary, based on individual cooking styles, measurements, and ingredient sizes. Please use this information for comparison purposes and consult a health professional for nutrition guidance as needed. DID YOU MAKE THIS RECIPE? I love hearing from you when you've made one of my recipes! Tag me on Instagram at @ChelseasMessyApron or leave me a comment below.
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