Flavor Expedition Recipe
Reindeer Chow
December 09, 2023
Santa’s tired of cookies, friends. He’s been carbo-loading for centuries, and the guy deserves a glow-up. Enter: Reindeer Chow—a crunchy, sweet, slightly ridiculous holiday snack mix that doubles as a homemade gift idea. Think of it as the edible equivalent...
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Feeds
8-10
Prep Time
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Cook Time
10 minutes
Total Time
40 minutes (30 minutes to chill)
Featured Flavor
Chocolate Cinnamon Coconut Seasoning
The seasoning that brings the recipe together.
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Ingredients
Main Mix
- 1 cup Corn Chex
- ½ cup Rice Chex
- ½ cup Wheat Chex
- 2 cups pretzels
- ½ cup dry roasted peanuts
- 3 cups popcorn (microwave or stovetop)
- 1 bag (about 11–12 oz) white chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 3 tablespoons Flavor Expedition Co. Chocolate Cinnamon Coconut Seasoning
- Christmas sprinkles (because duh, it’s Christmas)
Optional Stovetop Popcorn
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- ½ cup popcorn kernels
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
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Pop it like it’s hot: Make popcorn however you like—microwave or stovetop (see below for stovetop instructions).
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Mix & mingle: In a gigantic bowl, toss together the Chex cereals, pretzels, peanuts, and popcorn.
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Melt the magic: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the white chocolate chips and coconut oil. Heat in 30-second bursts, stirring each time, until smooth and silky.
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Pour party: Drizzle the melted chocolate over the snack mix. Stir like your Christmas spirit depends on it, making sure everything gets coated.
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Festive bling: Sprinkle in the Chocolate Cinnamon Coconut seasoning and Christmas sprinkles. Stir again for maximum cheer.
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Set it & forget it: Spread the coated mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Add a final dusting of seasoning + sprinkles (because more = merrier). Chill in the fridge for 30 minutes, or until firm.
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Break & gift: Once set, break into snackable chunks. Scoop into festive tins, jars, or bags. Add ribbon, tags, or even a candy cane for peak gift-giving energy.
Optional: Stovetop Popcorn Instructions
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In a saucepan over medium heat, warm 2 tablespoons coconut oil with 2 kernels. Cover and wait for them to pop.
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Add the rest of the kernels, cover, and shake the pot occasionally.
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When popping slows to 1 pop every 2–3 seconds, remove from heat. Salt lightly.
Reindeer Chow with Chocolate Cinnamon Coconut seasoning is crunchy, sweet, giftable, and festive enough to earn you a permanent spot on Santa’s nice list. Whether you’re filling snack bowls or stuffing gift tins, this recipe is proof that sometimes the best presents really are homemade (and edible).
Pro Tip
- Giftable AF: Dollar store tins, mason jars, or even clear treat bags work perfectly. Add a bow and you’re basically Martha Stewart.
- Flavor swap: Want it spicier? Add a pinch of cayenne with the seasoning. Naughty list approved.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container for up to a week (if it lasts that long).
Feeds8-10
Prep Time—
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time40 minutes (30 minutes to chill)
Santa’s tired of cookies, friends. He’s been carbo-loading for cent...
Ingredients
Main Mix
- 1 cup Corn Chex
- ½ cup Rice Chex
- ½ cup Wheat Chex
- 2 cups pretzels
- ½ cup dry roasted peanuts
- 3 cups popcorn (microwave or stovetop)
- 1 bag (about 11–12 oz) white chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 3 tablespoons Flavor Expedition Co. Chocolate Cinnamon Coconut Seasoning
- Christmas sprinkles (because duh, it’s Christmas)
Optional Stovetop Popcorn
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- ½ cup popcorn kernels
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
-
Pop it like it’s hot: Make popcorn however you like—microwave or stovetop (see below for stovetop instructions).
-
Mix & mingle: In a gigantic bowl, toss together the Chex cereals, pretzels, peanuts, and popcorn.
-
Melt the magic: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the white chocolate chips and coconut oil. Heat in 30-second bursts, stirring each time, until smooth and silky.
-
Pour party: Drizzle the melted chocolate over the snack mix. Stir like your Christmas spirit depends on it, making sure everything gets coated.
-
Festive bling: Sprinkle in the Chocolate Cinnamon Coconut seasoning and Christmas sprinkles. Stir again for maximum cheer.
-
Set it & forget it: Spread the coated mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Add a final dusting of seasoning + sprinkles (because more = merrier). Chill in the fridge for 30 minutes, or until firm.
-
Break & gift: Once set, break into snackable chunks. Scoop into festive tins, jars, or bags. Add ribbon, tags, or even a candy cane for peak gift-giving energy.
Optional: Stovetop Popcorn Instructions
-
In a saucepan over medium heat, warm 2 tablespoons coconut oil with 2 kernels. Cover and wait for them to pop.
-
Add the rest of the kernels, cover, and shake the pot occasionally.
-
When popping slows to 1 pop every 2–3 seconds, remove from heat. Salt lightly.
Reindeer Chow with Chocolate Cinnamon Coconut seasoning is crunchy, sweet, giftable, and festive enough to earn you a permanent spot on Santa’s nice list. Whether you’re filling snack bowls or stuffing gift tins, this recipe is proof that sometimes the best presents really are homemade (and edible).
Pro Tip
- Giftable AF: Dollar store tins, mason jars, or even clear treat bags work perfectly. Add a bow and you’re basically Martha Stewart.
- Flavor swap: Want it spicier? Add a pinch of cayenne with the seasoning. Naughty list approved.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container for up to a week (if it lasts that long).
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