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White Chocolate Reindeer Chow

White chocolate reindeer chow is a crunchy holiday snack made by coating Rice Chex in melted white chocolate and powdered sugar. Mini pretzels and red and green M&M's add a salty-sweet finish, and the coating sets on baking sheets in 20 to 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Cooling 30 minutes
Total Time 47 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 409
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 9 cup Rice Chex cereal
  • 1 bag (12 oz) white chocolate chips
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1.5 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 cup mini pretzels
  • 1 cup M&M's red and green

Equipment

  • 2 13x18-inch rimmed baking sheets
  • 1 6-quart bowl
  • 1 microwave-safe bowl
  • 1 microwave
  • 1 2-gallon food-storage bag

Method
 

  1. Line two 13x18-inch rimmed baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Place the cereal in a 6-quart bowl.
  3. Combine the white chocolate chips and vegetable oil in a microwave-safe bowl.
  4. Microwave at 50% power in 30-second intervals, stirring each time, for 1 to 2 minutes until smooth.
  5. Pour the melted chocolate over the cereal and gently fold until the cereal is evenly coated.
  6. Transfer the coated cereal and powdered sugar to a 2-gallon food-storage bag.
  7. Seal the bag and shake until evenly coated.
  8. Spread the cereal on the prepared baking sheets.
  9. Let cool for 20 to 30 minutes, until the coating is set.
  10. Transfer the cooled cereal to a large bowl.
  11. Gently toss with the mini pretzels and M&M's.

Notes

For an even coating, make sure the white chocolate is smooth before pouring it over the cereal. Store airtight in the refrigerator for up to 7 days; freezer: yes, for up to 2 months. For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free mini pretzels.