Top 10 Christmas Snack Mix Recipes You’ll Love This Holiday Season!

Festive snack mixes are one of my favorite things to make over the holiday season! They’re super simple to prepare, perfect for getting the kids involved, and they’re great for gifting to friends and family in cute little bags, or just munching in front of the tree with a cup of your favorite hot drink. 
 
I’ve created this collection of ten of the best Christmas snack mix recipes, and I hope you’ll love them as much as I do. They include sweet and savory flavors, and I highly recommend getting a little creative with any ingredients you happen to have in your pantry – there are no rules here, and they’re a fantastic opportunity to use up any leftover candies, nuts, chocolates, or pretzels that you have in your pantry! Let’s get down to it… 

1. Reindeer Chow

reindeer chow

This fun and festive treat combines cereal, chocolate, peanut butter, and powdered sugar to create a sweet snack mix that’s perfect for the holidays. It’s like muddy buddies with a Christmas twist! Plus, it’s super easy to make and irresistibly munchable.

Serves: 8

Ingredients:

  • 6 cups Rice Chex cereal
  • 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar

Instructions:

  1. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter. Microwave in 30-second increments until melted and smooth.
  2. Stir in vanilla extract.
  3. Drizzle the mixture over the Rice Chex.
  4. Sprinkle with powdered sugar. 

2. Cranberry White Chocolate Trail Mix

cranberry white chocolate trail mix

This delightful mix features tart cranberries, creamy white chocolate, and a variety of nuts and seeds for the perfect balance of flavors and textures. It’s a little sweet, a little crunchy, and packed with festive flavors, making it a great snack for your holiday gatherings.

Serves: 6

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup dried cranberries
  • 1 cup white chocolate chips or chunks
  • 1 cup mixed nuts (almonds, walnuts, pecans)
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds
  • 1/2 cup pretzel sticks

Instructions:

  1. In a large bowl, combine dried cranberries, white chocolate chips, mixed nuts, pumpkin seeds, and pretzel sticks.
  2. Toss gently to combine all ingredients.
  3. Store in an airtight container until ready to serve.

3. Snowman Snack Mix

snowman snack mix

This whimsical Snowman Snack Mix is a playful blend of sweet and salty snacks that will delight kids and adults alike. Kids love this one! 

Serves: 8

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups popcorn
  • 1 cup pretzel M&Ms
  • 1 cup mini marshmallows
  • 1/2 cup white chocolate chips (melted for drizzling)
  • 1/2 cup cheese balls

Instructions:

  1. In a large bowl, combine popcorn, pretzel M&Ms, mini marshmallows, and cheese balls.
  2. Drizzle melted white chocolate over the mixture and toss gently to coat.
  3. Allow to set before serving in a festive bowl.

4. Holiday Caramel Corn Mix

holiday caramel corn mix

This sweet and crunchy caramel corn mix is drizzled with chocolate and combined with nuts and candy for a festive twist. Be warned, it’s addictive! The combination of sweet caramel, crunchy corn, and rich chocolate will keep you coming back for more.

Serves: 10

Ingredients:

  • 10 cups popped popcorn
  • 1 cup caramel sauce
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips (melted)
  • 1 cup mixed nuts
  • 1/2 cup holiday candy (like M&Ms)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 200°F (95°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine popped popcorn and mixed nuts.
  3. Drizzle caramel sauce over the mixture and toss until coated.
  4. Drizzle with melted chocolate and top with holiday candy. Let cool before serving.

5. Christmas Crunch Mix

christmas crunch mix

This colorful Christmas Crunch Mix is a delightful combination of cereals, pretzels, and festive candies, making it the perfect snack for any holiday gathering. It’s sweet, crunchy, and oh-so-festive! Plus, it’s a hit with both kids and adults.

Serves: 8

Ingredients:

  • 3 cups Chex cereal
  • 2 cups popcorn
  • 1 cup pretzel sticks
  • 1 cup red and green M&Ms
  • 1/2 cup white or dark chocolate chips (melted) – or a combination of the two

Instructions:

  1. In a large bowl, combine Chex cereal, popcorn, pretzel sticks, and M&Ms.
  2. Drizzle with melted white chocolate and toss to combine.
  3. Allow to cool before serving in festive containers.

6. Christmas Trash

christmas trash

This playful mix combines a variety of snacks, including pretzels, candies, and cereals, to create a deliciously addictive treat. It’s the ultimate sweet and salty snack that can be customized with your favorite ingredients!

Serves: 10

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups pretzel twists
  • 2 cups popcorn
  • 1 cup candy corn
  • 1 cup peanuts
  • 1/2 cup white chocolate chips (melted)

Instructions:

  1. In a large bowl, combine pretzels, popcorn, candy corn, peanuts, and.
  2. Drizzle melted white chocolate over the mix and stir to coat evenly.
  3. Allow to cool completely before serving.

7. Christmas Cookie Crunch Mix

christmas cookie crunch mix

This mix takes all the flavors of your favorite Christmas cookies and turns them into a delicious snack mix. It’s like having a cookie jar that never runs out—sweet, crunchy, and oh-so-fun to eat!

Serves: 8

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups cookie cereal (like Cookie Crisp) or mini chocolate chip cookies
  • 1 cup mini chocolate chips
  • 1 cup crushed gingerbread cookies
  • 1 cup sprinkles
  • 1/2 cup pretzel sticks

Instructions:

  1. In a large bowl, combine cookie cereal or mini cookies, chocolate chips, crushed gingerbread cookies, sprinkles, and pretzel sticks.
  2. Toss gently to mix.
  3. Store in an airtight container until ready to serve.

8. Grinch Popcorn Mix

grinch popcorn mix

This festive Grinch Popcorn Mix is a playful treat inspired by the famous holiday character, with green popcorn and candy toppings. It’s fun, colorful, and makes for a great holiday gift or party favor! It’s always a talking point at gatherings. 

Serves: 6

Ingredients:

  • 8 cups popped popcorn
  • 1 cup green candy melts
  • 1/2 cup red and green M&Ms
  • 1/4 cup holiday sprinkles

Instructions:

  1. In a large bowl, drizzle melted green candy over popped popcorn and toss to coat.
  2. Stir in green M&Ms and top with sprinkles.

9. Spiced Christmas Granola Mix

spiced christmas granola mix

This Spiced Christmas Granola Mix is packed with nuts, oats, and warm spices, making it a deliciously wholesome snack. It’s healthy, satisfying, and perfect for nibbling while you decorate the tree!

Serves: 8

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • 1 cup mixed nuts (almonds, walnuts, pecans)
  • 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, mix oats, nuts, honey, cinnamon, and nutmeg until well combined.
  3. Spread on the baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Let cool, then stir in dried cranberries before serving.

10. Peppermint Pretzel Crunch Mix

peppermint pretzel crunch mix

This Peppermint Pretzel Crunch Mix combines salty pretzels, sweet chocolate, and refreshing peppermint for a perfect holiday treat. The sweet and salty combination is addictive, and it’s a great way to use up those leftover holiday candies!

Serves: 6

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups pretzel twists
  • 1 cup white chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup crushed peppermint candies
  • 1/2 cup red and green M&Ms

Instructions:

  1. In a large bowl, combine pretzels, white chocolate chips, crushed peppermint, and M&Ms.
  2. Drizzle with melted white chocolate and toss to coat.

These 10 Best Christmas Snack Mix Recipes are super easy to make, and perfect for enjoying at parties or just when enjoying a cozy night at home in front of the tree. Remember that there are no rules here, and it’s super easy to get creative – you can add any candies, pretzels, or nuts that you have that need using up, so they’re also a great way to cut down on waste and make sure you use all those festive odds and ends. If you make one of these recipes, please do leave a comment below and share your thoughts – I love hearing from you! 

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