Description
This Star Spangled Snack Mix is a quick and festive treat that’s perfect for your 4th of July celebrations or any patriotic gathering. With a vibrant mix of red, white, and blue M&M’s, crispy rice cereal, marshmallows, and white chocolate, this no-bake snack is both fun to make and delicious to eat. Coated in powdered sugar and topped with colorful sprinkles, this snack mix will add a burst of flavor and color to your party, making it a crowd-pleaser for all ages!
Ingredients
1 cup white chocolate chips
3 tablespoons butter
8 cups crispy rice square cereal
1 cup powdered sugar
1 cup red and blue M&M’s
1 cup mini marshmallows
Patriotic sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
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Prepare Cereal: Measure out the crispy rice cereal and place it into a large bowl.
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Melt Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl or double boiler, melt the white chocolate chips and butter together.
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Coat Cereal: Pour the melted mixture over the cereal and stir to coat evenly.
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Cool and Coat: Allow the mixture to cool slightly, then transfer it to a large zip-top bag. Add powdered sugar and toss until the cereal is fully coated.
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Add Mix-ins: Add M&M’s, mini marshmallows, and patriotic sprinkles (if desired). Stir to combine, and then serve.
Notes
Customize with different candy or sprinkles for various holidays or themes.
For a salty-sweet version, substitute the cereal with pretzels or add some mini chocolate chips.
To make it healthier, replace white chocolate with yogurt-covered raisins and use whole-grain cereals.
This snack mix can be prepared in advance and stored in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
