Description
Reindeer Chow is a festive, chocolate-loaded snack mix featuring Rice Chex cereal coated in a peanut butter and chocolate mixture, dusted with brownie mix, and combined with colorful Christmas M&M’s, mini peanut butter cups, and crunchy pretzels. Perfect for holiday parties and snacking with family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 6 cups Rice Chex cereal
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 cup dry brownie mix (or 1 cup powdered sugar mixed with 1 1/2 tablespoons cocoa powder)
- 1 bag Christmas M&M’s (12 ounce bag)
- 2 cups mini peanut butter cups
- 2 cups pretzel twists
Instructions
- Prepare the cereal base: Place the Rice Chex cereal into a large mixing bowl ensuring that it is evenly spread for easy coating.
- Melt chocolate mixture: In a medium microwave-safe bowl, combine semisweet chocolate chips and creamy peanut butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval until the mixture is fully melted and smooth.
- Coat the cereal: Pour the melted chocolate and peanut butter mixture over the Rice Chex cereal. Using a spatula, gently toss and fold the cereal until every piece is evenly coated with the chocolate mixture.
- Add the brownie mix: Put the dry brownie mix (or powdered sugar and cocoa powder blend) in a resealable gallon-sized plastic bag. Add the coated cereal into the bag, seal tightly, and shake vigorously to coat the cereal pieces with the brownie mix evenly.
- Cool and dry: Spread the coated cereal out in a single layer on a sheet of parchment paper. Allow it to cool completely and dry to set the coating, which prevents clumping.
- Combine and serve: Once dry, transfer the coated cereal to a large bowl. Add the Christmas M&M’s, mini peanut butter cups, and pretzel twists, mixing gently to distribute. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container.
Notes
- This festive snack is an essential holiday party treat filled with chocolatey goodness to feed a crowd.
- Be sure to let the coated cereal dry completely to avoid clumping and ensure a perfect crunchy texture.
- You can substitute the dry brownie mix with powdered sugar and cocoa powder if preferred.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to one week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 434 kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 686 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 65 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 2 mg
