Sweet salty cereal mix (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Cereal and Snacks
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2 cups Corn Chex cereal
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2 cups Cheerios cereal
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2 cups mini pretzel twists
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1 cup dry roasted salted peanuts
→ Candy and Coating
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2 1/2 cups M&M's candies, divided
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24 ounces vanilla almond bark candy coating
# Instructions:
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Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Combine Corn Chex, Cheerios, pretzels, peanuts, and 2 cups M&M's in a large bowl.
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Heat almond bark in the microwave using 30-second intervals, stirring after each until fully melted and smooth.
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Pour melted almond bark over the dry mixture and gently fold to evenly coat all ingredients.
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Transfer the coated mixture to the prepared baking sheet and spread into an even layer. Sprinkle remaining M&M's on top as garnish if desired.
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Allow the snack mix to set at room temperature for at least 1 hour until the coating hardens.
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Once hardened, break the mixture into bite-sized clusters and serve or package for gifting.
# Notes:
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Work quickly when coating the mixture with melted almond bark as it hardens rapidly. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.