Unicorn Chex Mix
This Unicorn Chex Mix is a whimsical, colorful snack bursting with sweetness and crunch—perfect for parties or fun snacking!
Equipment
- Large Mixing Bowl
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper
- Microwave-safe Bowl
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 6 cups Corn Chex (Rice Chex can also be used)
- 3 cups white vanilla baking chips
- 1 1/2 cups Bugles corn snacks
- 1/4 cup pink, blue, or purple decorating sugar sprinkles
- Gold Shimmer Mist Food Color Spray (optional)
- 1/4 cup pink candy melts or coating wafers (approx. 1 1/2 oz)
- 1/4 cup blue candy melts or coating wafers (approx. 1 1/2 oz)
- 1/4 cup purple candy melts or coating wafers (approx. 1 1/2 oz)
- 3 tbsp multi-colored sprinkles
- 1 cup marshmallow pole twist candy (optional)
Instructions
- Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the white vanilla baking chips in 30-second intervals, stirring between, until smooth and melted. Avoid overheating.
- Combine Corn Chex and Bugles corn snacks in a large mixing bowl. Pour melted baking chips over and mix gently to coat evenly.
- In separate microwave-safe bowls, melt pink, blue, and purple candy melts using the same method. Drizzle each color over the Chex mixture for vibrant color.
- While warm, add decorating sugar sprinkles and multi-colored sprinkles. Toss gently to distribute evenly.
- Optional: Mix in marshmallow pole twist candy for extra sweetness and fun.
- Spread the mixture evenly on the prepared baking sheet and allow to cool completely to set the coatings.
- Optional: Lightly spray cooled mix with gold shimmer mist for a magical sparkle.
- Break up any large clumps and serve your colorful, crunchy Unicorn Chex Mix!
Notes
- To avoid burnt baking chips, melt in short intervals and stir frequently.
- Ensure the mix is cool before spreading or adding shimmer mist to set properly.
- Customize colors with your favorite candy melts and sprinkles for any occasion.
- Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place to maintain crunchiness for up to two weeks.
- For a healthier option, swap white chips for dark chocolate or use whole grain pretzels instead of Bugles.