Nut-Free Holiday Chex Mix
This fun and festive treat is highly habit forming in the best way possible and SO easy to make! These simple ingredients are sure to bring a smile to everyone's face this holiday season.
Equipment
- Large Mixing Bowl Microwave Safe
Ingredients
- 6 cups Rice Chex Mix
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/3 cup graduated sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons water
- 2 teaspoons vanilla
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 oz white baking chocolate
- 1 tsp edible sugar or colored sprinkles
Instructions
- In a large microwaveable bowl, measure 6 cups cereal. Set aside.
- Line a cookie sheet with wax paper or foil.
- Melt butter in a sauce pan (or microwave uncovered on High for 30 seconds until melted), add sugar and water. Stir until smooth. Add vanilla and stir.
- Pour the butter mixture over cereal. Stir until evenly coated.
- Microwave the cereal mixture uncovered for 4 minutes, stirring every minute, until glazed. (Make sure to stir or pieces will overcook!)
- Carefully (the bowl will be hot!) spread on a cookie sheet.
- Melt bakers chocolate. Drizzle on cereal. Add sprinkles! Let cool before serving.
Notes
Allergy-friendly Substitutions & Considerations:
- ALWAYS read food labels carefully.
- Use a dairy free alternative for the butter, like coconut oil.