Ski Season Snowflake Snack (Printable)

Crunchy sweet and salty mix featuring pretzels, popcorn, white chocolate, and festive sprinkles for winter.

# What You'll Need:

→ Base

01 - 3 cups mini pretzel twists
02 - 3 cups popped popcorn, plain or lightly salted
03 - 2 cups rice cereal squares (e.g., Chex)
04 - 1 cup mini marshmallows

→ Coating & Toppings

05 - 7 oz (200 g) white chocolate, chopped or chips
06 - 1/2 cup snowflake or winter-themed sprinkles
07 - 1/2 cup silver dragées or pearlized sugar balls (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, mix pretzels, popcorn, rice cereal, and mini marshmallows until evenly distributed.
03 - Melt white chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water, stirring until smooth. Alternatively, microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring between until fully melted.
04 - Pour melted white chocolate over the dry ingredients and gently toss using a spatula until thoroughly coated.
05 - Transfer the coated snack mix onto the prepared baking sheet and spread into an even layer.
06 - Immediately sprinkle snowflake sprinkles and silver dragées over the mixture, pressing lightly to adhere.
07 - Allow the mixture to cool at room temperature for 30 minutes or until the chocolate sets firm. Break into clusters before serving or store in an airtight container.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Crunchy sweet and salty flavors combined
  • Quick and easy to prepare
02 -
  • For a nutty twist, add 1 cup roasted almonds or cashews
  • Use gluten-free pretzels and cereal if needed
03 -
  • Gently press sprinkles onto mix to ensure they stick well
  • Store in airtight container to keep clusters fresh and crunchy
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