Reindeer Chow

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This easy Reindeer Chow recipe combines Chex cereal, chocolate, peanut butter, powdered sugar, and festive M&M's for a sweet Christmas snack mix.

Prep Time15

Cooling Time30

Total Time45

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: reindeer chow

Servings: servings

Calories: 552kcal

Measure the cereal into a large bowl and set aside.
In a microwave-safe bowl, microwave the chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter uncovered on High for 1 minute. Stir.
Microwave about 30 seconds longer, or until the mixture can be stirred smooth. Stir in the vanilla.
Pour the chocolate mixture over the cereal and stir gently until evenly coated.
Transfer the coated cereal to a 2-gallon resealable plastic bag. Add the powdered sugar, seal the bag well, and shake until every piece is coated.
Spread the mixture on waxed paper and let it cool completely so the chocolate sets.
Once the mix is completely cool, toss in the M&Ms and sprinkles. Store in an airtight container.

Let the cereal cool before adding candy: This is the most important tip! Warm chocolate can cause the colors on the M&M's and sprinkles to bleed into the powdered sugar.
Use a large mixing bowl: Give yourself plenty of room to stir the cereal without crushing the pieces.
Don't overheat the chocolate: Microwave the chocolate mixture in short intervals and stir well. Overheated chocolate can become thick or grainy.
Shake in a large bag: A 2-gallon resealable bag gives the cereal enough room to move around and become evenly coated with powdered sugar.
Use creamy peanut butter: Regular creamy peanut butter creates the smoothest coating. Natural peanut butter can sometimes separate and change the texture.