St. Patricks Day Lucky Chow (Printable)
A festive sweet snack mix with white chocolate, peanut butter, green candies, and gold coin chocolates for St. Patricks Day.
# What You Need:
→ Base
01 - 6 cups rice cereal squares (such as Chex)
→ Chocolate Mixture
02 - 1 cup white chocolate chips
03 - 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
04 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter
05 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Coating
06 - 2 cups powdered sugar
→ Add-Ins & Decorations
07 - 1 cup green candy-coated chocolates (such as green M&Ms)
08 - 1 cup mini marshmallows
09 - 1/2 cup gold chocolate coins, chopped or whole
10 - 1/2 cup green sprinkles or sanding sugar
# How To Make:
01 - Place the rice cereal squares in a large mixing bowl, ensuring plenty of room for coating.
02 - In a microwave-safe bowl, combine white chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth and fully melted (approximately 1–2 minutes).
03 - Stir in vanilla extract until fully incorporated into the melted chocolate mixture.
04 - Pour the chocolate mixture over the cereal. Gently fold with a spatula until all pieces are evenly coated.
05 - Transfer the coated cereal to a large zip-top bag. Add powdered sugar, seal the bag, and shake vigorously until the cereal is thoroughly coated in white powder.
06 - Spread the mixture out on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Allow to cool for 10 minutes until set.
07 - Once cooled, stir in green candy-coated chocolates, mini marshmallows, chopped gold coins, and green sprinkles. Gently toss to distribute evenly.
08 - Store in an airtight container until ready to serve. Best enjoyed within 3 days for optimal freshness and texture.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The salty-sweet combo of white chocolate and peanut butter is somehow even better when covered in powdered sugar
- Its impossible not to smile while eating something this festive and green
02 -
- Microwaving the chocolate mixture in short intervals prevents seizing and ensures a perfectly smooth texture every time
- Letting the coated cereal cool before adding the mix-ins keeps the marshmallows from melting into a sticky blob
03 -
- Use a really large zip-top bag, like gallon size, so you have room to shake vigorously without making a mess
- Work quickly once the chocolate is melted because it starts setting up as it cools