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This no bake white chocolate snack trash mix is my go-to whenever I’m craving something sweet, salty, and completely irresistible. It’s packed with crunchy cereal, pretzels, peanuts, and M&M’s all coated in creamy vanilla almond bark that makes every handful taste like pure snack mix magic. What I love best is that I can customize my crunch for any holiday or season.
I love how easy this mix is to make – just toss everything together, pour on the melted almond bark, and let it set. It’s great for parties, road trips, or just keeping a jar on the counter for snacking. The best part is how easy it is to switch up the candy or mix-ins to fit whatever you’re craving.
If you love easy, sweet-and-salty snack mixes, try my Churro Chex Mix or my Peppermint Bark Puppy Chow. They will disappear fast!
Ingredients Notes
Here’s what you’ll need to make this classic trash chex mix: The full recipe card can be found below with detailed measurements and instructions.
- Corn CHEX cereal – You can swap with Rice CHEX for a lighter texture or any other type of Chex cereal.
- Cheerios cereal – use original or Honey Nut Cheerios for a hint of sweetness.
- Mini pretzel twists – Any shape pretzel will work, I just prefer the mini twists.
- Dry roasted salted peanuts – you can substitute pecans or cashews, or leave them out for a nut-free mix.
- M&M candies – regular or holiday-colored M&M’s make it festive and fun, just like in my Christmas Chex Mix.
- Vanilla almond bark candy coating – melts smoothly for perfect coverage; white chocolate chips, melting wafers, or candy melts work too.
How to Make White Chocolate Trash Snack Mix
Step 1
Prepare the pan: Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or wax paper and set aside.
Step 2
Mix the base: In a large bowl, combine Corn CHEX, Cheerios, pretzels, peanuts, and 2 cups of M&M’s.
Step 3
Melt the coating: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the vanilla almond bark in 30-second intervals, stirring between each until completely smooth.
Step 4
Coat the mix: Pour the melted almond bark over the cereal mixture and stir gently until everything is evenly coated.
Step 5
Spread to set: Spread the coated mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle extra M&M’s on top for a colorful finish.
Step 6
Cool and break apart: Let it sit at room temperature for about 1 hour or until firm. Break into bite-sized clusters and enjoy!
Make Ahead & Storage Instructions
- Make Ahead: This smacl mix can be prepared up to 2 weeks in advance, making it perfect for gifting or holiday parties.
- Store: Keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
- Reheat: No reheating needed — just serve and enjoy straight from the container.
- Freeze: Not recommended, as moisture can cause the cereal to soften and the candy coating to discolor.
More Easy No Bake Snacks
If you can’t get enough quick, no bake desserts, these easy sweet and salty snack mixes are guaranteed to hit the spot during the holidays.
- Reindeer Chow Chex Mix: A festive white chocolate Chex mix loaded with M&M’s, pretzels, and cereal.
- Christmas Chex Mix: Also known as Christmas Trash, this colorful sweet and salty mix is a crowd favorite for cookie trays and gifting.
- Fall Harvest Muddy Buddies: A munchable, crunchable, sweet, and salty snack with a fall twist.
- Butterfinger Puppy Chow: Classic puppy chow gets a candy upgrade with Butterfinger bits and a rich chocolate peanut butter coating.
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White Chocolate Trash Snack Mix
Ingredients
- 2 cups Corn CHEX cereal
- 2 cups Cheerios cereal
- 2 cups mini pretzel twists
- 1 cup dry roasted salted peanuts
- 2 to 2½ cups regular M&M’s candies divided, 2 cups for the mixture and up to ½ cup for garnish
- 24 ounces vanilla almond bark candy coating
Instructions
- Line a large (half-sheet 18×13 inches) rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- To an extra-large (6-quart) mixing bowl combine together the Corn CHEX cereal, Cheerios cereal, mini pretzels, peanuts, and 2 cups M&M’s candies. Set aside.2 cups Corn CHEX cereal, 2 cups Cheerios cereal, 2 cups mini pretzel twists, 1 cup dry roasted salted peanuts, 2 to 2½ cups regular M&M’s candies
- In a microwave safe bowl, melt the vanilla almond bark according to package directions, heating in 30-second intervals and stirring between each until smooth.24 ounces vanilla almond bark candy coating
- Pour the melted almond bark over the cereal mixture and gently fold to coat all the cereal mixture evenly with the melted almond bark. Work quickly as the almond bark does start to firm back up quickly.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking sheet and spread to an even layer. If desired, sprinkle up to ½ cup additional M&M’s candies evenly over the top of the mixture for added pops of color as a garnish.
- Allow the snack mixture to set at room temperature for at least 1 hour or until the vanilla almond bark has fully hardened and set up.
- Once hardened, break apart with your hands into bite-sized clusters. Transfer the clusters to a serving bowl or package in cellophane bags for gifting.
Jenn’s Notes
- Use a large bowl to help coat everything evenly.
- Melt almond bark slowly and stir frequently to prevent clumping.
- Work quickly once the coating is melted since it sets fast.
- Let it cool completely before breaking apart for the best crunch.
- Package in jars or cellophane bags for a perfect edible gift idea.
I have been making this for years! I would use different color M&M’s for different occasions. Easter colors for Easter. Orange, brown, and yellow for fall, Red and green for Christmas!
Yes! I love how customizable it is! Great for all of the holidays!