Decadent Chocolate & Peanut Butter Pretzel Snack Mix

Ingredients

- 2 cups pretzels
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup Valencia peanuts
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chunks
- 1 cup vanilla ice cream, melted
- 2 tablespoons honey mustard
- 1 tablespoon sriracha mayo
- 1/2 cup roasted nuts
- 1/2 cup dried cherries

Instructions

1. Prepare the Base Mix
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the 2 cups of pretzels and 1 cup of Valencia peanuts. Toss them together gently to mix well.

2. Create Peanut Butter Coating
- In a separate small bowl, mix 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter and 1/4 teaspoon salt until smooth. Drizzle this mixture over the pretzels and peanuts, tossing to thoroughly coat the pieces evenly.

3. Add Chocolate Delight
- Melt the 1/2 cup dark chocolate chunks in a microwave-safe bowl, microwaving in 30-second intervals until fully melted and smooth. Drizzle melted chocolate over the pretzel-peanut mixture, stirring gently to combine.

4. Incorporate Vanilla and Sweetness
- Pour 1 cup of melted vanilla ice cream over the mixture, adding a creamy texture and enhancing sweetness. Stir gently to blend.

5. Flavor Boost with Honey Mustard and Sriracha Mayo
- Whisk together 2 tablespoons honey mustard and 1 tablespoon sriracha mayo in a small bowl. Drizzle this mixture lightly over the snack mix for a sweet and spicy flavor boost.

6. Final Touches
- Fold in 1/2 cup roasted nuts and 1/2 cup dried cherries to add crunch and a pop of tartness. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well distributed.

7. Chill and Serve
- Chill the snack mix in the refrigerator for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the chocolate to set. Serve in small bowls or store in an airtight container for up to one week.

Preparation & Cooking Times

PT20M
20 minutes

Total Time

PT35M
35 minutes

Type of Dish

Snack

Keywords

Pretzel snack, Peanut butter, Chocolate mix, Sweet and spicy snack, Easy party appetizer, Quick dessert, Homemade snack mix, Chocolate peanut butter, Easy snack recipe, Sweet and salty treat

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

Approx. 1,600 calories for the entire dish

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