Description
This recipe, which I’m calling “Magic Mix,” is all about creating a fun, colorful, and incredibly easy snack mix. It’s perfect for parties, movie nights, or just a sweet treat
Ingredients
- 1 (10.5 ounce) box Lucky Charms cereal, marshmallows separated (about 2 cups marshmallows + 6 cups cereal)
- 3 cups Rice Chex cereal
- 2 cups pretzel snaps (or mini pretzels)
- 1 (16 ounce) package vanilla candy coating OR 1 (20 ounce) package vanilla almond bark
- 1 (2 ounce) container rainbow jimmies or sprinkles
- 2 cups Trix Minis cereal (or another rainbow-colored cereal)
Instructions
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Separate the Lucky Charms: Carefully separate the marshmallows from the cereal pieces in the box of Lucky Charms. You should have about 2 cups of marshmallows and 6 cups of cereal.
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Combine the Base: In a large bowl, combine the 6 cups of Lucky Charms cereal (the cereal pieces, not the marshmallows), the Rice Chex cereal, and the pretzels.
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Melt the Candy Coating: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the vanilla candy coating or almond bark according to the package directions. This usually involves microwaving in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval, until smooth and melted. Be careful not to overheat it.
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Coat the Mix: Pour the melted candy coating over the cereal and pretzel mixture in the large bowl. Use a large spoon or spatula to toss everything together until it’s evenly coated.
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Spread and Decorate: Spread the coated mixture out in an even layer on a sheet of parchment paper. Immediately sprinkle with rainbow jimmies, then the Trix Minis cereal, and finally the reserved Lucky Charms marshmallows.
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Cool and Break Apart: Allow the mixture to cool completely at room temperature. This will allow the candy coating to set and harden. Once it’s set, break it apart into pieces.
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Store: Store in a clear glass jar or plastic bag at room temperature for up to 2 weeks