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Reindeer Chow

A delightful mix of sweet and salty, Reindeer Chow is an easy snack perfect for any occasion, customizable to your tastes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 9 cups corn Chex cereal
  • 1 cup peanuts
  • 1 cup mini pretzels
  • 1 cup M&M's
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine the corn Chex cereal, peanuts, and mini pretzels.
  2. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt together the chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
  3. Stir vanilla extract into the melted chocolate mixture.
  4. Pour the chocolate mixture over the cereal mixture, stirring gently to coat evenly.
  5. Transfer the cereal mixture into a large resealable plastic bag.
  6. Add powdered sugar to the bag, seal it, and shake vigorously until the mixture is well coated.
  7. Spread the coated mixture out on waxed paper to cool and dry.
  8. Once cooled, mix in the M&M's.
  9. Store in an airtight container.

Notes

Store your Reindeer Chow in an airtight container to keep it fresh. It can be kept at room temperature for up to a week. For longer storage, consider refrigerating or freezing the mixture in a sealed bag for up to three months.