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Easy Sweetheart Valentine’s Buddies: Best Snack Recipe for the Day of Love

Make this Valentine’s Day extra special with Sweetheart Valentine’s Buddies! This quick and easy treat combines crispy Chex cereal, melted white chocolate, red candy melts, and a sprinkle of love to create the perfect festive snack. It's a delightful mix of sweet, crunchy, and colorful fun that everyone will enjoy—perfect for sharing or gifting to your loved ones.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 5 ounces white almond bark or white chocolate chips
  • 5 ounces red candy melts
  • 1 teaspoon shortening
  • 5 cups Chex cereal divided (2 ½ cups per bowl)
  • ½ cup strawberry cake mix divided (¼ cup per bag)
  • ½ cup powdered sugar divided (¼ cup per bag)
  • ½ package Valentine’s chocolate M&M’s

Method
 

  1. Divide the Chex cereal evenly into two bowls, with 2½ cups in each.
  2. Melt the white almond bark or white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe dish. Add ½ teaspoon shortening to ensure smooth melting. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each until fully melted and smooth.
  3. Pour the melted white almond bark over the first bowl of Chex cereal. Gently stir to coat the cereal evenly.
  4. Melt the red candy melts in a separate microwave-safe dish, also microwaving in 30-second intervals and stirring after each until melted.
  5. Pour the melted red candy over the second bowl of Chex cereal and mix well to coat every piece.
  6. In two separate gallon-sized ziplock bags, combine ¼ cup powdered sugar and ¼ cup strawberry cake mix.
  7. Add the white almond bark-coated Chex cereal to one bag, seal it tightly, and shake vigorously until coated. Repeat with the red candy-coated Chex cereal in the second bag.
  8. Pour both coated cereals into a large bowl and add the Valentine’s chocolate M&M’s. Toss gently to combine.
  9. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container.

Notes

  • Melting Chocolate Tips: Always microwave chocolate in short bursts and stir frequently to avoid overheating and burning.
  • Customization: Add sprinkles, pretzels, or nuts to enhance the flavor and texture.
  • Storage: Keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.

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