White Trash Snack Mix (Print Version)
Crispy cereals, pretzels, nuts and candy coated in creamy white chocolate for an irresistible sweet-salty snack.
# What You’ll Need:
→ 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)
# Steps:
01 - Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine crispy rice cereal squares, corn cereal squares, small pretzel twists, salted peanuts, bite-sized cheese crackers, mini marshmallows, and mini chocolate-coated candies.
03 - Place white chocolate chips and coconut oil or vegetable shortening (if using) in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 30-second increments, stirring after each interval, until fully melted and smooth.
04 - Pour the melted white chocolate over the snack mix. Quickly fold the mixture with a spatula until all components are evenly coated.
05 - Transfer the coated mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and spread into a single, even layer.
06 - Allow the mixture to cool at room temperature for approximately 20 minutes, or until the coating is set.
07 - Break the set snack mix into bite-sized chunks and transfer to an airtight container. Store for up to one week.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- Your friends will swear you bought this at a fancy bakery—it’s that crave-worthy.
- It saves the party when you need a snack that’s both ridiculously easy and impossible to stop eating.
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- If you rush the chocolate melting or use damp tools, the whole batch will seize up and turn grainy.
- Adding the candies too soon means you’ll get streaks of color everywhere instead of bright, tidy bits.
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- Never underestimate the power of fresh, crunchy ingredients—they make all the difference in bite and flavor.
- Stir with a light hand so you get maximum clusters and no crumbs.