White Trash Snack Mix (Printable)
Crispy cereals, pretzels, nuts and candies tossed in melted white chocolate for an addictive no-bake party bite.
# Ingredient List:
→ Base
01 - 3 cups crispy rice cereal squares (such as Rice Chex)
02 - 3 cups corn cereal squares (such as Corn Chex)
03 - 2 cups small pretzel twists
04 - 2 cups salted peanuts
05 - 2 cups bite-sized cheese crackers (such as Goldfish or Cheez-It)
→ Sweets
06 - 2 cups mini chocolate-coated candies (such as M&M's)
07 - 2 cups mini marshmallows
→ Coating
08 - 24 ounces white chocolate chips or white candy coating
09 - 2 tablespoons coconut oil or vegetable shortening (optional, for smoother melting)
# Directions:
01 - Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, add rice cereal, corn cereal, pretzels, salted peanuts, cheese crackers, mini marshmallows, and chocolate-coated candies. Gently toss to distribute evenly.
03 - In a microwave-safe bowl, place white chocolate chips and coconut oil if using. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring after each burst, until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth.
04 - Pour the melted white chocolate over the cereal mixture. Immediately use a spatula to fold until every piece is uniformly coated.
05 - Transfer the coated mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, spreading into a single even layer with the spatula.
06 - Allow to stand at room temperature for approximately 20 minutes or until the coating is completely set. Break into chunks and store in an airtight container.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- This is the ultimate last-minute party saver when you need something quick but outrageously addictive.
- You can swap nearly anything in, so there’s practically zero risk of bad surprises—just endless crunchy-sweet happiness.
02 -
- I once rushed the melting: overheated white chocolate just turns gritty and tragic—keep those microwave bursts short and sweet.
- Adding candies too soon makes their shells bleed color or melt; let the white chocolate cool just a notch before stirring everything together.
03 -
- Silicone spatulas make for way easier folding and less sticky mess.
- If your kitchen is warm, chill the finished mix for a few minutes in the fridge, but not too long—cold can make it brittle.