Festive Chex Mix® Wreath

Dairy Free
Festive Chex Mix® Wreath
60 min.
12
182kcal

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Get ready to add a delightful touch to your holiday gatherings with this Festive Chex Mix® Wreath! This charming and colorful treat is not only a feast for the eyes but also a deliciously crunchy snack that everyone will love. Perfect for parties, family get-togethers, or simply as a fun side dish, this wreath is sure to become a seasonal favorite.

What makes this recipe truly special is its simplicity and the joy of creating something beautiful. With just a handful of ingredients, including the beloved Chex Mix® honey nut snack mix and vibrant gumdrops, you can whip up this festive centerpiece in just an hour. Plus, it’s dairy-free, making it a great option for those with dietary restrictions.

Imagine the smiles on your guests' faces as they gather around this eye-catching wreath, ready to indulge in its sweet and crunchy goodness. The combination of flavors and textures—from the chewy gumdrops to the crispy snack mix—creates a delightful experience that will have everyone coming back for seconds. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to impress your friends and family with this fun and festive treat that captures the spirit of the season!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons butter 
  • 25  marshmallows 
  • 8.8 oz asian rice cracker snack mix chex mix®
  • 0.3 cup gumdrops green cut in half
  • 0.3 cup gumdrops red cut in half

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Spray large cookie sheet with cooking spray. In 4-quart saucepan, melt butter over low heat.
  2. Add marshmallows; cook, stirring constantly, until completely melted.
  3. Stir in snack mix and red and green gumdrops until well mixed; pour onto cookie sheet.
  4. Spray sheet of waxed paper with cooking spray. With paper, sprayed side down, and hands, shape mixture into wreath shape with 4-inch hole in center. Cool completely, about 45 minutes. To serve, cut into slices.

Nutrition Facts

Calories182kcal
Protein4.58%
Fat19.41%
Carbs76.01%

Properties

Glycemic Index
18.04
Glycemic Load
13.01
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
2.845652161652%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:181.66kcal
9.08%
Fat:3.97g
6.11%
Saturated Fat:0.73g
4.55%
Carbohydrates:35.03g
11.68%
Net Carbohydrates:33.8g
12.29%
Sugar:14.39g
15.99%
Cholesterol:0.83mg
0.28%
Sodium:180.88mg
7.86%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.11g
4.22%
Manganese:0.17mg
8.61%
Folate:24.77µg
6.19%
Iron:0.97mg
5.41%
Vitamin B3:1.05mg
5.27%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.96%
Fiber:1.22g
4.88%
Vitamin B2:0.07mg
3.96%
Phosphorus:36.92mg
3.69%
Vitamin K:3.04µg
2.89%
Magnesium:10.98mg
2.74%
Selenium:1.76µg
2.51%
Copper:0.05mg
2.48%
Zinc:0.35mg
2.34%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
2.04%
Vitamin E:0.27mg
1.83%
Vitamin A:83.46IU
1.67%
Potassium:45.29mg
1.29%
Calcium:11.7mg
1.17%