Description
A crunchy, chocolatey, holiday snack that everyone can enjoy — without the gluten.
Ingredients
Scale
- 9 cups certified gluten-free Rice Chex (or 6 cups Rice Chex + 3 cups puffed quinoa)
- 1 1/2 cups gluten-free semi-sweet chocolate chips (or chopped chocolate)
- 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter or sunflower seed butter
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter or coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1 1/2 cups gluten-free powdered sugar (plus extra for tossing if needed)
- Optional mix-ins: 1/2 cup gluten-free mini M&Ms, 1/2 cup roasted pepitas, 1/2 cup crushed gluten-free pretzels
Instructions
- Line a sheet pan with parchment. Measure cereal into a very large mixing bowl.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, add chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter (or oil). Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Pour the warm chocolate mixture over the cereal and gently fold until evenly coated.
- Transfer coated cereal into a large sealable plastic bag with powdered sugar. Seal and shake until evenly dusted.
- Spread the coated cereal on the parchment-lined sheet pan in a single layer to cool.
- Let cool for 20–30 minutes to allow the coating to set. Transfer to an airtight container for storage.
Notes
For a double-chocolate version, use dark chocolate chips plus cocoa powder in the sugar toss. Store in an airtight container for up to 10-14 days.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: gluten free, holiday snack, reindeer chow, chocolate snacks, no-bake treats