This Holiday Snack Mix has the perfect blend of salty, sweet goodness. It's a snack made with tasty whole grain pretzels, dried cranberries, white chocolate chips and snickerdoodle flavored almonds. Keep some at your desk, in the car or in you purse for anytime you need a holiday pick me up!
Holiday Snack Mix Ingredients
In my holiday newsletter I talk about the importance of not skipping meals in order to prevent overeating at mealtime. Having a snack handy can also curb your appetite and make you less likely to overeat at holiday parties or gatherings. Here's what I put together in this snack mix.
- Whole Grain Pretzels- I'm not a huge fan of pretzels but I love the taste of these whole grain pretzels from Quinn, made with whole grain sorghum and brown rice flour. They're actually gluten-free and I like them even better than regular pretzels.
- Dried Sweetened Cranberries- I love the pop of red color and the tart sweet flavor that the cranberries add to the mix.
- White Chocolate Chips- The contrast of the white chocolate and red from the cranberries is perfect choice for the holidays.
- Snickerdoodle and/or Peppermint Cocoa Almonds- Are you getting "Elf" vibes here? These almonds from Blue Diamond are really what make this a special holiday treat! You can use one or both of these flavors in your snack mix!
Holiday Snack Mix Gifts Ideas
There really is nothing more special then a homemade gift, especially when it's tied with a pretty ribbon or adorned with sprigs of holly. You can add this snack mix to mason or glass jars, or use holiday gift bags or boxes like these from Amazon. They make great gift ideas for classroom parties too!
What Else Can I Add To My Holiday Snack Mix?
There are countless options. Here are some more healthy ingredient ideas.
- Granola
- Popcorn
- Coconut Flakes
- Pumpkin or Sunflower Seeds
- Dark Chocolate Chips or Cacao Nibs
- Apple Chips
- Raisins
More Holiday Snack Ideas
Easy Pumpkin Spice Chocolate Bark
Coconut Milk White Hot Chocolate
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Holiday Snack Mix
Ingredients
- whole grain pretzels see ingredient notes above
- white chocolate chips
- sweetened dried cranberries
- snickerdoodle, peppermint or cocoa powder covered almonds see ingredient notes above
Instructions
- Add desired amount of ingredients together in a jar or festive holiday treat bag. Tie with holiday decorations like ribbons or holly.
I prefer to focus on quality ingredients from a variety of sources that work in tandem to promote optimal health. Nutrition calculations may not reflect these valuable interactions. However, I understand certain values can be helpful to some. Please note these calculations are merely estimates. Values will vary depending on modifications, brands used, and portion size. Should you require specific information, it's best to consult with a dietitian or qualified healthcare provider.
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