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4th of July Mix

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4th of July Mix is a festive no-bake snack blend featuring a sweet and salty combination of pretzels, popcorn, cereal squares, candy-coated chocolates, marshmallows, and white chocolate. Decorated with patriotic red, white, and blue colors, this easy party snack is perfect for holiday gatherings, picnics, barbecues, and fireworks celebrations.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 2 cups mini pretzels
  • 4 cups popped popcorn
  • 2 cups rice cereal squares
  • 1 cup red candy-coated chocolates
  • 1 cup blue candy-coated chocolates
  • 1 cup white chocolate chips
  • 1 cup mini marshmallows
  • 12 ounces white chocolate melting wafers
  • 2 tablespoons red, white, and blue sprinkles

Instructions

  1. Line a large baking sheet or tray with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the pretzels, popcorn, rice cereal squares, candy-coated chocolates, white chocolate chips, and mini marshmallows.
  3. Melt the white chocolate wafers according to the package instructions until smooth.
  4. Drizzle the melted white chocolate evenly over the snack mixture.
  5. Gently toss until all ingredients are lightly coated.
  6. Spread the mixture evenly onto the prepared baking sheet.
  7. Immediately sprinkle the red, white, and blue sprinkles over the top.
  8. Allow the mixture to cool and set for about 20 minutes or until the chocolate hardens completely.
  9. Break the mixture into clusters.
  10. Transfer to a serving bowl or airtight container and serve.

Notes

  • Add roasted peanuts, almonds, or cashews for extra crunch.
  • Yogurt-covered raisins make a sweeter variation.
  • Broken graham crackers and mini cookies create a dessert-style mix.
  • Use seasonal candies to customize the mix for other holidays.
  • Allow the chocolate to cool completely before storing.
  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
  • Avoid refrigeration, as condensation may soften the mix.
  • The recipe can easily be doubled or tripled for larger gatherings.
  • Check ingredient labels if preparing a nut-free version.

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