Sweet Snack Mix

 Sweet Snack Mix 

Sweet snack mix is a quick and easy, sweet and salty snack that is perfect for Easter celebrations or a springtime treat. 

3 1/2 cups Rice Chex Cereal 

3 1/2 cups Honey Nut Cheerios 

1 1/2 cups pretzel sticks 

1/2 cup salted peanuts

16 oz vanilla almond bark 

10 oz M & M’s, seasonal colours 

1/2 cup butterscotch chips 

Prepare a sheet sheet by lining it with parchment paper and set aside 

In a large bowl, mix together the Rice Chex, Honey Nut cheerios, pretzels and peanuts. 

In a large microwave safe dish, melt the vanilla almond bark in increments of 15 seconds, stirring after each interval until completely melted. 

Pour the melted almond bark over the cereal mixture and toss until thoroughly combined. Gently fold in the M & M’s and butterscotch chips and transfer to the prepared baking sheet. 

Spread the mixture out evenly on the baking sheet and allow to set for approximately 1 hour or until set. Once set and hardened, break into pieces before transferring to a serving dish. 

You can store this snack mix covered in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week. 

You can freeze in an airtight container in the freezer for upmtom3 months.