Tasty Jingle Jangle Christmas Snack Mix

Introduction

The Tasty Jingle Jangle Christmas Snack Mix is a merry medley of crunchy, sweet, and salty—a holiday tradition that’s highly snackable and sure to bring the festive spirit to any table. With pops of chocolate, bursts of color, and a harmonious blend of flavors, this irresistible snack mix is a must-have for your Christmas gatherings, holiday movie nights, and as thoughtful edible gifts. It’s crowd-pleasing, quick to assemble, and the easiest way to spread holiday cheer!

Deliciously Unique Jingle Jangle Christmas Snack Mix

This recipe’s magic lies in its incredible mix of seasonal goodies: crispy pretzels, corn cereal, salty nuts, and a dazzling assortment of chocolate candies, all lightly glazed with creamy, melted white chocolate. The variety in textures and tastes means there’s something for everyone—delivering crunch, decadence, and a sweet-salty balance that keeps snackers coming back for more.

Preparing the Perfect Coating

The secret to a cohesive and flavorful mix is the luscious melted white chocolate used to bind all the components. Melt your chocolate gently (microwave or double boiler) until smooth, then pour it evenly over your dry ingredients. Toss to coat every bite, ensuring that each handful is bursting with flavor and holiday color. For extra festive flair, add a touch of holiday sprinkles or a dusting of edible glitter before the chocolate sets.

Assembling Your Jingle Jangle Christmas Snack Mix

Once coated, spread your snack mix onto parchment-lined baking sheets, making a single, even layer to cool and set. Allow the mixture to rest undisturbed until the chocolate hardens—this ensures perfect clusters that are easy to break apart and serve. When cool, break into chunks and transfer to a bowl, holiday tins, or gift bags.

Serving Suggestions for Show Stopping Jingle Jangle Snack Mix

Serve your Jingle Jangle mix in decorative bowls at parties, or package it in festive jars or cello bags tied with ribbon as delightful homemade gifts. It pairs beautifully with mugs of cocoa, holiday cocktails, or as a sidekick to your favorite baked treats on a dessert table.

Nutritional Information and Serving Size

This batch yields around 10 servings, with each serving (about one cup) roughly containing 220–250 calories. The nutritional content varies depending on the candies and mix-ins you choose—a joyful treat best enjoyed in moderation during the holiday season!

Deliciously Unique Jingle Jangle Christmas Snack Mix (Recap)

Jingle Jangle Christmas Snack Mix delivers holiday joy with every crunchy, sweet, chocolaty bite. It’s a seasonal staple that doubles as a scrumptious snack and a thoughtful gift—a true crowd pleaser that’s quick to make and easily scalable for gatherings of any size.

💡Meal Planning Tip: Save this recipe to instantly create a categorized shopping list—ensuring you buy just what you need for efficient, stress-free holiday shopping and meal planning!

Instructions

1. Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine pretzels, cereal, nuts, mini peanut butter cups, candy-coated chocolates, and mini marshmallows.
3. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the white chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring well after each, until smooth (or use a double boiler).
4. Immediately pour the melted white chocolate over the snack mix. Gently toss with a spatula until everything is well coated.
5. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking sheets, spreading it into an even layer.
6. While the mixture is still tacky, sprinkle with festive holiday sprinkles if using.
7. Let the snack mix sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes, or until the chocolate is firm.
8. Break into clusters and store in airtight containers for up to one week.

Weekly Meal Planning

This festive recipe is perfect for make-ahead holiday snacking, party trays, and gifting—all while making seasonal meal planning a breeze. Save and schedule this recipe on your meal planner to seamlessly add it to your holiday week, and generate optimized shopping lists for all your recipes.

Planning Benefits:

• Automatically combines ingredient quantities for multiple planned recipes
• Sorts shopping lists by grocery section, streamlining the busiest weeks of the year
• Prevents ingredient double-ups and forgotten essentials
• Helps you prep snack mixes and treats ahead for less holiday stress

Pro tip: When prepping several snack mixes or treat recipes, schedule them together to consolidate items—buying all your chocolate, nuts, and festive candies in the right quantities, which saves time and avoids holiday chaos.

Cook and Prep Times

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes (including setting time)