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Wintery White Clusters Recipe

A festive and addictive holiday snack mix! These crunchy Wintery White Chex Clusters are easy to make with just minutes of prep time. This irresistible recipe features a delightful blend of Chex cereal, creamy white chocolate, crunchy peanuts and pretzels, and fluffy marshmallows for the perfect sweet and salty treat. Perfect for holiday parties, gifting, or a cozy night in!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 12 mins
Calories 248.5 kcal
Protein 10g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Wintery White Clusters

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Ingredients for Wintery White Clusters

  • 12 oz white chocolate baking chips
  • 6 cups Chex cereal
  • 1 cup salted peanuts
  • 1 cup pretzel twists
  • 1 cup mini marshmallows
  • 12 oz white chocolate chips

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How to Make Wintery White Clusters

  1. Chill baking chips: Place 12 oz of white chocolate baking chips in the freezer for at least 15 minutes to chill.
  2. Combine dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine 6 cups Chex cereal, 1 cup salted peanuts, 1 cup pretzel twists, and 1 cup mini marshmallows.
  3. Prepare the chocolate: In a large, microwave-safe bowl, microwave 12 oz of white chocolate chips uncovered on high for 1 minute 30 seconds.
  4. Stir and melt: Stir the chocolate, breaking up any large chunks. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
  5. Combine chocolate and cereal mixture: Gently and quickly stir the cereal mixture into the melted white chocolate using a rubber spatula until evenly coated.
  6. Add chilled chips: Stir in the chilled white chocolate baking chips.
  7. Spread and cool: Spread the mixture onto a large sheet of waxed paper to cool completely.
  8. Break and serve: Once cooled, break the mixture into bite-sized clusters.
  9. Store: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

67g

Fat

27g

Carbs

8g

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