Christmas Crack ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (4.9 from 2,300 snack lovers)
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If you’re looking for the most addictive holiday snack ever, this Christmas Crack (a.k.a. White Chocolate Chex Mix) will absolutely steal the show. It’s salty, sweet, crunchy, and completely irresistible—perfect for parties, cookie trays, or snacking by the fire. Once you try it, you’ll understand the hype. Warning: you can’t stop at one handful!

📌 Quick Glance – Sweet Holiday Crack Mix

⏱️ Prep Time: 10 minutes
❄️ Set Time: 15–20 minutes
🍽️ Yields: ~10 cups
💥 Vibe: Sweet, crunchy, festive, and dangerously delicious

⬇️ Jump Ahead

Ingredients You’ll Need
How to Make Christmas Crack Step-by-Step
Flavor Swaps & Storage Tips
What Snackers Are Saying
FAQ – All About Chex Mix and White Chocolate Coating

🛒 Ingredients You’ll Need For The Best Christmas Crack

6 cups Rice Chex cereal
2 cups mini pretzels
1½ cups dry roasted peanuts (or festive M&M’s)
1½ cups Cheerios
12 oz white chocolate chips or white almond bark
Optional: sprinkles, crushed peppermint, or holiday candies

👩‍🍳 How to Make Christmas Crack Step-by-Step

Mix the Crunch: In a large mixing bowl, combine Chex, pretzels, peanuts, and Cheerios.

Melt the Magic: Slowly melt white chocolate chips (or almond bark) in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second bursts, stirring until smooth.

Coat the Crunch: Pour melted white chocolate over the cereal mixture and stir until everything is evenly coated.

Spread & Set: Spread the mix out on parchment paper or wax paper. Top with sprinkles or festive candies if desired.

Break & Store: Once the coating sets (about 15–20 minutes), break into pieces and store in an airtight container. Done!

✨ Flavor Swaps & Storage Tips

🍫 Swap in crushed candy canes or red/green M&Ms for a peppermint twist
🥜 Use cashews or almonds for a different nutty flavor
🌾 Gluten-free Chex cereal makes this easily GF-friendly
🧊 Store in airtight containers for up to 7 days at room temp—or freeze for longer shelf life!

💬 What Snackers Are Saying

“Gone in 30 minutes at our holiday party. Seriously addictive!” – ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Kelly S.

“Gifting this in treat bags to coworkers! So easy and festive!” – ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Jenna M.

“This is our new favorite Christmas tradition—my kids can’t stop eating it.” – ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Rhea T.

Christmas Crack (AKA White Chocolate Chex Mix)

Christmas Crack, also known as White Chocolate Chex Mix, is a sweet and crunchy no-bake snack loaded with cereal, pretzels, M&Ms, and coated in silky white chocolate. It’s perfect for gift-giving, parties, or just munching by the handful!

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 5

Servings: 18 cups

Course: Dessert, Holiday Treats, Snack, treat

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

5 cups Rice Chex cereal
5 cups Corn Chex cereal
2 cups mini pretzel twists
2 cups holiday M&Ms
1½ cups dry roasted peanuts or almonds/cashews
24 oz white chocolate chips or melting wafers
Optional: red & green sprinkles

Equipment

Large mixing bowl
Microwave-safe bowl
Silicone spatula
Parchment paper or baking sheet

Method

Combine dry ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine Rice Chex, Corn Chex, pretzels, M&Ms, and peanuts.
Melt white chocolate
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt white chocolate in 30-second increments, stirring between each, until smooth.
Mix and coat
Pour melted white chocolate over the dry mix. Gently fold until everything is evenly coated.
Spread and set
Spread mixture out on parchment or wax paper. Add sprinkles if desired. Let it set at room temperature (or chill for 15 minutes).
Break and store
Once hardened, break into chunks and store in an airtight container.

Notes

Customize with other add-ins like Cheerios, toffee bits, crushed peppermint, or mini marshmallows.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week, or freeze for up to 1 month.

Avoid using candy melts with palm oil if you want the mix to stay soft longer.

❓ FAQ – All About Chex Mix and White Chocolate Coating

🍫 Can I use almond bark instead of white chocolate chips?

Yes! Almond bark is often easier to melt and coats beautifully. Use about the same amount as you would white chocolate chips.

🥣 How do I keep the mix from clumping together?

Work quickly while the chocolate is still warm and stir well. Spreading it out in a thin layer on parchment paper helps separate pieces.

🎁 Can I make this ahead for gifting?

Absolutely! This mix holds up great for a full week if stored in a sealed bag or tin. Great for goodie bags or last-minute gifts.

🔁 Can I add different cereals or candies?

Yes! Use what you love—Golden Grahams, Honeycomb, holiday M&Ms, or mini marshmallows are fun and festive swaps.

Making a holiday snack table? Pair this sweet and crunchy Christmas Crack with these Colorful Christmas Pretzel Rods for a no-bake duo that’s bright, fun, and impossible to resist.