It's that time of year - time for to keep the freezer stocked with Christmas Mix (aka Christmas Crack) so there's a little somethin' somethin' on hand when the sweet tooth strikes. It's Chex Christmas Mix and I am READY for it. Between these, Peppermint Oreo Truffles and M&M Cookies we are all set for the holidays.
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Chex Christmas mix, is a holiday staple in our house. It's a crunchy, sweet, and salty mix that's absolutely addictive, and Thomas loves it! He always requests a batch when the holidays roll around. Bottom line - this stuff is seriously delicious. No matter what you call it, Chex Christmas mix is always a hit. So if you're looking for a festive snack to share with your friends and family, this is such a fun holiday twist of our favorite coconut white chocolate chex mix.
If you're looking for a delicious and festive holiday snack, look no further than chex mix! This sweet and salty snack is made with a combination of cheerios, rice chex, wheat chex, pretzel sticks, M&M's and white chocolate. It's like trail mix on steroids - it's got everything! My mom's been making this mix for us for ages, especially during the holiday season because it's just so gorgeous and festive. I like to make big batches of this and pack it up so I can give it out as gifts around this time of year! Also - FYI - it keeps super well in the freezer. So what are you waiting for? Give chex mix a try this holiday season!
Ingredients & Substitutions
- Cheerios
- Rice Chex
- Wheat Chex
- Pretzel Sticks
- M&M's
- White Chocolate
*For a full list of ingredients and instructions please see recipe card below.
How to Make Christmas Mix
Step 1: In a large bowl combine the Cheerios, Chex, Pretzels.
Step 2: Add In M&Ms. Mix them up a bit, making sure that everything is evenly distributed.
Step 3: Meanwhile, over a double boiler, melt the white chocolate according to the directions on the package. Once the chocolate has melted and is a smooth consistency, drizzle the chocolate over the cereal mix.
Step 4: Combine with a wooden spoon or hands. Make sure all the cereal is covered in chocolate.
Step 5: If you need to melt the extra white chocolate to cover all the mix then go right on ahead! Once the entire batch has been combined, lay it out to dry on a large sheet of parchment or wax paper.
Step 6: Let dry for 1 hour so the chocolate is cooled and hard. Break it up into medium pieces and store in an airtight container in the fridge or freezer.
How to Store Christmas Mix
For one you are eating in the next few days, store it in an airtight container in the fridge or outside if its just a few days.
How to Freeze Christmas Mix
I store it in an air-tight plastic bag in the freezer. I actually like it best right out of the freezer - and this way it lasts forever and doesn't go stale.
Tips & Tricks
Keep in mind that you can make this gluten-free if you want, by avoiding wheat Chex and picking up GF pretzels.
FAQs
What does Chex Christmas Mix taste like?
It's sweet and salty with a perfect crunch!
How long does it take to make Chex Christmas Mix?
It takes about 10 minutes - the same amount of time to melt white chocolate and mix everything together!
Can you sub different cereals in Chex Christmas Mix?
Absolutely. Any chex cereals are fantastic. You can even add nuts to the mixture if you dig it.
What is Chex Christmas Mix made of?
Cherrios, rice chex, wheat chex, pretzel sticks, M&M’s and white chocolate.
How long does Chex Christmas Mix last?
This is a trick question. In my house, it lasts no more than a few days. But if you freeze it... it can last up to 4 weeks.
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Chex Christmas Mix
Ingredients
- 3 cups Cheerios
- 3 cups Rice Chex
- 3 cups Wheat Chex
- 2 cups Corn Chex
- 1 cups Pretzel Sticks
- 2-3 cups m&m’s
- 24 oz White Chocolate plus an extra 4-8 oz if needed
Instructions
- In a large bowl combine the Cheerios, Chex, Pretzels and m&m’s. Mix them up a bit, making sure that everything is evenly distributed.
- Meanwhile, over a double boiler, melt the white chocolate according to the directions on the package.
- Once the chocolate has melted and is a smooth consistency, drizzle the chocolate over the cereal mix and combine with a wooden spoon or hands. Make sure all the cereal is covered in chocolate. If you need to melt the extra white chocolate to cover all the mix then go right on ahead!
- Once the entire batch has been combined, lay it out to dry on a large sheet of parchment or wax paper. Let dry for 1 hour so the chocolate is cooled and hard. Break it up into medium pieces and store in an airtight container in the fridge or freezer.
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Photo by Matt Armendariz / Food Styling by Adam Pearson
oh this looks amazing. I think I will need to make this to take in to work.
Can you use dark or milk chocolate for this? I would assume so but wanted to see if you've tested. I'm not a huge fan of white chocolate.
you sure can!!
We used to make something similar when we were little. But instead of laying it flat my mom would spoon it out in little piles and call them haystacks! Ours were cheerios, chineese noodles (like the crunchy kind you use on top of chowmein), m&m's and sometimes even red hot candies!
This looks awesome and might add some nuts to the mix.
This is actually called reindeer crack. Christmas crack is a toffee & chocolate with saltine crackers dessert.
we've always called it Christmas crack!! Either way, it's delicious!
Yes it is.. I still call it Christmas crack.. bless her smart ass heart.
How long can this be stored? Thanks!
weeks in the freezer!!
Ok I need a quantity to fill 2 maybe 2.5 cups jars for presents, do I need to double or triple your recipe? Total of 15 jars
Double it!! 🙂 And send some to me! xx
Do you need to be careful so the white chocolate isn't too hot & ends up melting the M&Ms? Or isn't that an issue? Thanks!
the white chocolate just BARELY gets melted so its not hot enough to melt the m&m's!! You'll be good to go 🙂
Im making now with raisins, cranberries and marshmallows. My mom has chocolate allergy so this is perfect.
happy holidays!
Just made this a couple of hours ago. It's still not hardened.
it needs to cool all the way! stick it in the fridge if you need it to harden faster
So maybe overnight?
I had honey nut cheerios on hand and it goes perfectly in this sweet mix. Next time I'll double the recipe, and get out my big roaster pan to mix together. Thanks for sharing!
genius!!
This was a hit last Christmas. It's Halloween this week so I'm using orange and brown and yellow mms / reeces pieces and pretzel squares as an experiment.
I love this stuff--and in a way--they are like Crack (I am assuming that of course). It is hard to stop eating it!
This stuff is definitely my fave!! I've made it with cap n crunch , rice Chex and multi grain cheerios.... I like it better that way.. Just a suggestion...
I don't have an airtight container big enough - can I use a few ziploc bags?
yes!
Made this yesterday.....Yummy! Can't wait to share it with my family and friends!
yayyyyy