Christmas Trail Mix Recipe
Introduction
This Christmas Trail Mix is a festive and easy snack that combines sweet, salty, and crunchy flavors perfect for holiday gatherings. It comes together in just minutes and can be customized with your favorite mix-ins. Whether for parties or an on-the-go treat, this mix is sure to please both kids and adults.
Ingredients
- 2 cups square pretzels
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
- 2 cups raisins
- 2 cups peanuts (omit if there are nut allergies)
- 2 cups Christmas M&Ms
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, combine the pretzels, mini marshmallows, raisins, peanuts, and Christmas M&Ms.
- Step 2: Mix gently until all ingredients are evenly distributed. Cover the bowl until ready to serve, or divide the trail mix into individual baggies for easy snacking.
Tips & Variations
- Feel free to customize your trail mix by adding Chex cereal, Cheerios, yogurt-covered raisins, Craisins, sunflower seeds, chocolate chips, or Reeses’ Pieces for extra flavor and texture.
- Always check for nut allergies before including peanuts or other nuts in your mix.
- Use any holiday-themed candies or snacks you have on hand to make this recipe your own.
Storage
Store the trail mix in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week to keep it fresh and crunchy. If divided into baggies, seal them tightly to maintain flavor. This mix does not require reheating and can be enjoyed straight from the container or bag.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I make this trail mix nut-free?
Yes, simply omit the peanuts and replace them with extra pretzels or seeds like sunflower seeds to keep the crunch without nuts.
How long does this trail mix stay fresh?
When stored properly in an airtight container, the trail mix will stay fresh and tasty for about one week at room temperature.
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Christmas Trail Mix Recipe
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 40 servings (approximately 0.25 cups per serving) 1x
Description
A festive and easy-to-make Christmas Trail Mix featuring a delightful combination of pretzels, mini marshmallows, raisins, peanuts, and colorful Christmas M&Ms. Perfect for holiday snacking or party favors, this versatile snack mix can be customized with various pantry staples to suit your taste.
Ingredients
Trail Mix Ingredients
- 2 cups square pretzels
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
- 2 cups raisins
- 2 cups peanuts (omit if nut allergies)
- 2 cups Christmas M&Ms
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients: In a large bowl, add 2 cups of square pretzels, 2 cups of mini marshmallows, 2 cups of raisins, 2 cups of peanuts (if no allergies), and 2 cups of Christmas M&Ms.
- Mix thoroughly: Gently stir all ingredients together until evenly distributed throughout the mix.
- Store or serve: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid until ready to serve, or portion the trail mix into individual baggies for easy, on-the-go snacking.
Notes
- You can customize this trail mix by adding other pantry staples like Chex cereal, Cheerios, yogurt-covered raisins, Craisins, sunflower seeds, chocolate chips, or Reeses’ Pieces candies.
- Omit nuts if there are any allergies to ensure safety.
- This trail mix is perfect for parties, holiday gifts, or as a convenient snack throughout the season.
- Store in an airtight container to keep it fresh longer.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Christmas trail mix, holiday snack, festive snack mix, no-cook snack, easy trail mix recipe, party snack
