Alton Brown's White Trash Recipe

This addictive no-bake holiday treat, inspired by Alton Brown, is a salty-sweet masterpiece! Perfect for parties or gifting, this recipe features a delightful mix of crunchy cereals, chocolatey M&Ms, and salty pretzels, all coated in creamy white chocolate. Prepare to be amazed by this easy-to-make confection that's dangerously delicious. Warning: Highly habit-forming!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 343.2 kcal
Protein 10g
Rating 4.3 (32 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

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How to Make Alton Brown's White Trash

  1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine 6 cups of your favorite cereal (like Rice Krispies or Cheerios), 2 cups of M&Ms (any variety), 1 cup of pretzels (broken into smaller pieces), and 1 cup of mixed nuts.
  3. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt 24 ounces of white chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth and completely melted. Alternatively, melt the chocolate in a double boiler over low heat, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
  4. Gently pour the melted white chocolate over the cereal mixture. Fold everything together until all the ingredients are evenly coated.
  5. Spread the mixture evenly onto the prepared baking sheet.
  6. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until the chocolate is completely set.
  7. Break the mixture into bite-sized pieces and store in an airtight container at room temperature.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

110g

Fat

41g

Carbs

13g