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Valentine Chex Mix

Create a fun and festive Valentine Chex Mix that combines crunchy cereals, pretzels, and sweet vanilla candy melts. Perfect for parties or cozy nights at home!

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups Rice Chex
  • 3 cups Cheerios
  • 2 cups pretzel sticks or twists
  • 1 cup salted peanuts or almonds
  • 16 ounces vanilla candy melts (or almond bark)
  • 1 (10 ounce) bag Conversation Hearts or M&Ms (or both)

Instructions

  • Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
  • Combine Rice Chex, Cheerios, pretzels, and peanuts or almonds in a large bowl.
  • Melt the vanilla candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl, heating at 50% power.
  • Pour the melted candy coating over the cereal mixture and toss to coat.
  • Spread the mixture on the prepared cookie sheet and let it cool and harden.
  • Once cooled, break into pieces and mix with conversation hearts or M&Ms.
  • Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness.

Notes

Adjust the ingredient proportions based on personal taste preferences.
Ensure the candy melts are fully melted for a smooth coating.
Allow the mix to cool completely before serving to maintain crunch.

  • Author: Jesseca
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Mixing and Coating
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 14g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg