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White Chocolate Reindeer Chow

White Chocolate Reindeer Chow – Sweet, Crunchy, and Totally Festive

This White Chocolate Reindeer Chow is a holiday snack mix that’s crunchy, sweet, and perfect for gifting or party munching. Chex cereal, white chocolate, pretzels, and festive M&Ms make a fun, no-bake treat everyone will love.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chill 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 cups
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 5 cups Rice Chex or Corn Chex cereal
  • 1 cup white chocolate chips or melting wafers
  • 1/2 cup mini pretzels
  • 1/2 cup holiday M&Ms
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • Optional: powdered sugar for extra coating

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Microwave-safe bowl
  • Spoon or spatula
  • Baking sheet and parchment paper

Method
 

Melt White Chocolate
  1. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt white chocolate in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Stir in vanilla.
Combine Mix
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine Chex cereal, pretzels, and M&Ms. Pour melted white chocolate over cereal mixture and gently stir to coat.
Chill
  1. Spread mixture on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Chill 20 minutes until chocolate sets.
Optional Coating
  1. Sprinkle with powdered sugar if desired for a snowy effect.
Serve or Store
  1. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.

Notes

Flavor twist: Add crushed candy canes or red/green sprinkles for extra festivity.
Gluten-free: Use gluten-free cereal and pretzels.
Make ahead: This snack mix is perfect for prepping a day or two in advance.