Holiday Trails

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 12

Irresistible Holiday Trails recipe for your festive snacking

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

10 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

2 hours

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 bag vanilla chips
	1 1/2 cups Crispix cereal
	1 1/2 cups Cheerios toasted oat cereal
	1 1/2 cups Quaker Oatmeal Squares Cereal
	1 1/2 cups pretzel sticks , broken in half
	2 cups dry roasted peanuts ( lightly salted )
	1/2 - 1 lb bag plain M & M 's plain chocolate candy ( holiday colors )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

430

Sugar

30g

Fat

23g

Holiday Trails is a unique holiday-themed snack that is perfect for satisfying your sweet and salty cravings. This recipe combines a variety of cereals, pretzel sticks, peanuts, and M & M's in delicious melted vanilla chips for an irresistible treat. It is an easy and fun snack that can be enjoyed by kids and adults alike during the festive season. Whether you're looking for something to munch on while watching holiday movies or a snack to bring to the office party, Holiday Trails is the perfect choice.

Instructions

1.	Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
2.	In a large mixing bowl, combine the vanilla chips, Crispix cereal, Cheerios toasted oat cereal, Quaker Oatmeal Squares Cereal, pretzel sticks, and dry roasted peanuts.
3.	Melt the vanilla chips in the microwave on low heat, stirring occasionally, until smooth and fully melted.
4.	Pour the melted vanilla chips over the dry ingredients and mix until fully coated.
5.	Spread the mixture out onto the prepared baking sheet. Add the M & M's on the top.
6.	Chill in the refrigerator until the chocolate has hardened, for approximately 1-2 hours. Then break the mixture into small, bite-sized pieces and serve.

PROS

Holiday Trails is easy to make and delicious to eat.
It is perfect for snacking and sharing with family and friends during the festive season.

This recipe is customizable, meaning you can add your favorite cereals, nuts, and candies for a personalized treat.

CONS

Holiday Trails can be high in calories and sugar if consumed excessively.

It may not be suitable for people with nut allergies or celiac disease.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this snack is not particularly healthy, it can be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
The Cheerios in this recipe are a good source of whole grains and fiber that can help lower cholesterol levels.
The peanuts in this recipe are high in protein, fiber, and various vitamins and minerals, including vitamin E, magnesium, and potassium.