Southern Christmas Sweet and Salty Trail Mix
Quick and festive Southern Christmas Sweet & Salty Mix, the perfect holiday snack or neighbor gift with sweet and salty crunch!
Servings 1 large bowl
Cost $13
Equipment
- large mixing bowl
- large wooden spoon for mixing or tossing
- Airtight containers or clear gift bags with ribbon Optional if you're planning on gifting your trail mix!
Ingredients
- 1 14oz bag red and green holiday M&Ms
- 1 9oz bag caramel-filled M&Ms
- 2 cups roasted peanuts (or any flavor you desire!)
- 2 cups mini pretzels, broken in half
- 1/2 cup sweetened coconut flakes
- 1 7oz large milk chocolate bar, chopped
- 1 10oz package chocolate-orange sticks or slices, chopped
Instructions
- Step 1: Place all ingredients in a large mixing bowl.
- Step 2: Toss gently with a wooden spoon until evenly combined.
- Step 3: Pour into an airtight container for storage, or scoop into small cellophane bags tied with festive ribbon for gifting.
Notes
Tips & Variations:
- Stick to one flavor family. Chocolate + orange + coconut works beautifully. Mixing orange with mint or fruit flavors, however, can taste odd.
- Mint variation: Use mint M&Ms, crushed peppermint bark, or chopped mint cookies.
- Fruity variation: Dried cranberries with white chocolate chunks add a bright holiday twist.
- Kid-friendly swap: Use mini marshmallows in place of coconut if little ones aren’t fans.