Description
Chocolate-drizzled reindeer chow delivers a festive winter treat that melts hearts with sweet holiday cheer. Crunchy cereal, rich chocolate, and powdered sugar create a magical snack perfect for sharing with family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 9 cups chex cereal (any variety)
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Coating and Decorative Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- Optional: M&Ms
- Optional: mini pretzels
- Optional: holiday sprinkles
Instructions
- Melt chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring every 30 seconds until completely smooth and glossy.
- Incorporate vanilla extract into the molten chocolate mixture, creating a rich, aromatic blend.
- Gently cascade the chocolate mixture over Chex cereal, carefully folding to ensure each piece receives an even, luxurious coating.
- Transfer the chocolate-covered cereal into a spacious resealable plastic bag, then liberally dust with powdered sugar, shaking vigorously to create a complete, snow-like coverage.
- Distribute the sugared mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, creating an even layer that allows for quick cooling and optimal texture.
- Enhance the festive appearance by scattering holiday-themed M&M’s, crunchy pretzels, and sparkling sprinkles across the surface.
- Allow the Reindeer Chow to rest and solidify at room temperature, ensuring a delightful crunch and preventing any sticky texture.
Notes
- Customize chocolate types like dark, milk, or white chocolate for varied flavor profiles and dietary needs.
- Use gluten-free Chex cereal and dairy-free chocolate chips to make this recipe suitable for individuals with dietary restrictions.
- Break up larger clumps while shaking the bag to ensure even powdered sugar coating and prevent sugar-heavy sections.
- Prevent chocolate mixture from burning by microwaving slowly and stirring frequently, creating smooth and glossy texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 228
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg