We always leave out cookies out for Santa and this year we wanted to leave a little something for all his helpers too. After all, his reindeer do all the heavy lifting, so they deserve a sweet treat too. Reindeer Chow is a quick, easy recipe to throw together for unexpected company or as a last minute hostess gift.
Feel free to customize this recipe with your favorite flavors to make it your own. If you don’t have one ingredient, use whatever you have on hand. It’s a great way to use up those little bits and pieces in your pantry.
Get your kids to help you measure and pour the ingredients for this very kid friendly recipe. Reindeer Chow is a perfect recipe to whip up during the busy holiday season.
This treat is perfect to package up in cute holiday bags and boxes for all of those last minute gifts.
Make a double batch. One to leave out for the reindeer and one for a sweet treat for all of your holiday helpers because everyone deserves an easy sweet treat for the holidays.
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Prep Time | 5 minutes |
Passive Time | 20 minutes |
Servings |
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- 2 cups Rice Chex™ gluten free flavor of your choice
- 1 cup pretzels gluten free
- 1 cup Cheerios™ gluten free flavor of your choice
- 1/2 cup M&M's® gluten free
- 1 cup mini marshmallows gluten free, use vegan marshmallows if vegetarian
- 1 cup nuts (optional)
- 12 oz white chocolate chips melted, use vegan chips if vegan or dairy free
- 1 tsp sanding sugar use vegan sanding sugar if vegetarian
- 1 tsp sprinkles gluten free, use vegan sprinkles if vegetarian
Ingredients
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- Combine the first six ingredients in a large bowl. Mix well.
- Melt white chocolate chips in a microwave safe bowl 30 seconds at a time, stirring after time, until chips are melted.
- Add melted white chocolate chips to bowl and mix well until everything is coated.
- Pour mix onto a silicone mat or parchment paper covered baking sheet and spread out evenly. If desired, sprinkle with sanding sugar and sprinkles.
- Place baking sheet in the refrigerator for 20 minutes until firm.
- Break into small bite size pieces and refrigate in a plastic storage bag until needed.
This Reindeer Chow recipe is gluten free and can be vegetarian with vegan substitutions.