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Leprechaun Snack Mix. This dump and go snack mix takes 5 minutes to put together. The combination of salty and sweet is just what the guests want!

Lil Leprechaun Snack Mix


It’s that time of year when I bring out my St Paddy’s recipes!

This dump and go snack is No Bake!

Only 5 ingredients and 5 minutes from first thought to snacking out the bowl!

I was looking through the pnatry trying to clean up all those snack bags with only a few odds and ends in them.

I should never try that when I ma hungry.

Or bored. Or cold. Or hungry, bored and cold!

I used dark chocolate m&m’s since they are more heart smart than the milk chocolate.

I have used yogurt covered raisins, all types of cashews and peanuts for this type of mix.

Other times I just grab and cereal and different types of pretzels to add in the bowl.

I have even used mini chocolate bars leftover from Halloween!

The beauty of this snack mix is anything will do as far as ingredients.

For me that includes sweet, salty, and nutty.

And this mix fit the bill!

If you watch portion sizes you could even call this snack a healthy snack treat!

I tried it to eat just a handful and FAILED!

My guys just couldn’t stop eating these this mix. It is that good.

These are the INGREDIENTS you will need:

  • 12 oz box Chex Cereal I used rice
  • 1 1/2 cups unsalted dry roast peanuts
  • 1 1/2 cups roasted and salted whole cashews
  • 2 cups pretzels I used waffle shaped pretzels
  • Mint M&M’s light and dark green M&M’s, or Andes mints, unwrapped

These are the INSTRUCTIONS for preparation:

  • Combine all ingredients in the largest bowl you have. Mix together well.
  • Serve in plastic cups, snack bowls, or a cleverly decorated whatever!

Next time, I am going to refill prefill the bowls and put a clip on the rest!

Let me know what you think!

For more St Patrick ideas see 15 St Paddy’s Sweets or Irish Recipes

Leprechaun Snack Mix. This dump and go snack mix takes 5 minutes to put together. The combination of salty and sweet is just what the guests want!

Lil Leprechaun Snack Mix

This dump and go snack mix takes 5 minutes to put together. The combination of salty and sweet is just what the guests want!
4.79 from 14 votes
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Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: game day, nuts
Method: NoBake
Skill Level: Basic
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Adjust Servings: 15
Calories: 160kcal
Author: Marilyn

Ingredients

  • 12 oz box Chex Cereal I used rice
  • 1 1/2 cups unsalted dry roast peanuts
  • 1 1/2 cups roasted and salted whole cashews
  • 2 cups pretzels I used waffle shaped pretzels
  • Mint M&M’s light and dark green M&M’s, or Andes mints, unwrapped

Instructions

  • Combine all ingredients in the largest bowl you have. Mix together well.
  • Serve in plastic cups, snack bowls, or a cleverly decorated whatever!

Notes

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Nutrition

Serving: 1cup | Calories: 160kcal (8%) | Carbohydrates: 19g (6%) | Protein: 5g (10%) | Fat: 7g (11%) | Saturated Fat: 3g (15%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 50mg (2%) | Potassium: 0mg | Fiber: 2g (8%) | Sugar: 13g (14%) | Vitamin A: 0IU | Vitamin C: 0mg | Calcium: 0mg | Iron: 0mg
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  2. Leanna says

    My goodness, something so simply can be just so good. Such an easy snack to make and share at St Patrick’s Day. This would even make a nice gift for grand children.

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    • Marilyn says

      Thank you Leanna. I found it much cheaper to use up those “bottom of the bag” pantry items. And the best thing is everything in it is what you like! Thanks for the enthusiasm! Enjoy!

      Reply

  3. Miz Helen says

    Your Lil-Leprechaun Snack Mix looks awesome! Thanks so much for sharing with us at Full Plate Thursday,473 and hope you are having a great week!
    Miz Helen

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    • Marilyn says

      The cinnamon chex was like having dessert! Oh those Saturdays eating cereal and watching cartoons. What a time! Thanks for the visit Elise. Enjoy your week!

      Reply

    • Marilyn says

      These kinds of snack mixes really hit the spot for me. Anything with sweet and salty that does double duty by cleaning out my pantry is a win win. I am glad it appeals to you1

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    • Marilyn says

      That is why I love these mixes. You can add anything from the pantry or whatever you are craving. I have added snickers minis and reeses at times too. It was great form Halloween since it made me leave the candy bowl alone! LOL.

      Reply

  14. [email protected]+The+Quiet+Homemaker says

    Looks so good! I think I will add this one to next weeks list! 🙂 Actually this one will be Matthew’s job, I love homeschool! 🙂

    Thanks for linking up with #LiveLifeWell

    Blessings,

    Amy

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    • Marilyn says

      This is a great recipe to interest the kids in helping in the kitchen. Everyone loves “ripping and dumping”! Have a great week!

      Reply

  16. Claire says

    This looks so tasty! I would love to try this Marilyn.

    Thanks for sharing at Creative Mondays, you will be one of my featured blogs tomorrow on Creative Mondays 🙂

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    • Marilyn says

      Thank you Lois! I am so excited. You have made my day!! I will be seeing you soon. Have a wonderful week!

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    • Marilyn says

      Thanks for the pin Laura! I love to just dump whatever I have on hand that is too small to use any other way. Have a great week.

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    • Marilyn says

      I have learned through Weight Watchers the only way to snack is prefill the bowl. I find I don’t eat until I am done with a movie. LOL. The kids love this and I even have “movie bowls” designed with Disney Princesses. Grandma spoils them! Have a great week.

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    • Marilyn says

      Me too. I sometimes call them kitchen sink snacks since there are no ingredient sizes required. Have a great week.

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    • Marilyn says

      Thanks Angelina/ My favorite mixes are a kitchen sink of sweet and salty with a bit of crunch. In other words, leftovers! Have a good day!

      Reply

  30. Miz Helen says

    Your Leprechaun Snack Mix looks great, I want to pick all the candy out and much on the candy. Thanks so much for sharing your awesome recipe with us at Full Plate Thursday. Hope you are having a great day and come back to see us real soon!
    Miz Helen

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  34. Beverly says

    I love a quick and easy snack! You leprechaun snack mix looks tasty and it’s great for St. Patrick’s Day. Thanks for sharing at Snickerdoodle, Marilyn. It’s one of our Snickerdoodle Special Features at today’s party!

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    • Marilyn says

      Thank you for commenting on my post! I need to let you know that your address was picked up in the first comment and nothing else was included. I believe what is happening is a bug in Chrome. When you use autofill, it inputs name, email, and then you add your url for your blog. But using autofill it adds your home address instead of your comment. This bug works on ANY form you use and not just blog comment forms. 

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      • Gina says

        Thank you for catching that–yikes!

        I wrote that I love all of those things so to have them in one snack mix was delightful! And thank you for joining us at Tasty Tuesdays this week 🙂

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        • Marilyn says

          I know! I wish I could shout it to the mountain tops! Thank you so much for coming back and commenting again. I love these throw and go snax! Have a lovely week!

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  37. Chloe Crabtree says

    Thanks for sharing this yummy treat for St. Patrick’s Day at Celebrate Your Story! My grandchildren will be here for the holiday, this would be a great treat to share with them!

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  38. Marie says

    I love a super easy snack mix! This will be the perfect St. Pat’s treat for the kiddos. Thanks for sharing your recipe with us at Merry Monday this week!

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    • Marilyn says

      Thank you for commenting on my post! I need to let you know that your address was picked up in the comment and nothing else was included. I believe what is happening is a bug in Chrome. When you use autofill, it inputs name, email, and then you add your url for your blog. But using autofill it adds your home address instead of your comment. This bug works on ANY form you use and not just blog comment forms.

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    • Marilyn says

      Thank you for commenting on my post! I need to let you know that your address was picked up in the first comment and nothing else was included. I believe what is happening is a bug in Chrome. When you use autofill, it inputs name, email, and then you add your url for your blog. But using autofill it adds your home address instead of your comment. This bug works on ANY form you use and not just blog comment forms. 

      Please see the area below inside ##########. I am trashing your comment, but please be aware the address has been showing to all readers so be aware to watch for any problems.

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    • Marilyn says

      Thank you for commenting on my post! I need to let you know that your address was picked up in the comment and nothing else was included. I believe what is happening is a bug in Chrome. When you use autofill, it inputs name, email, and then you add your url for your blog. But using autofill it adds your home address instead of your comment. This bug works on ANY form you use and not just blog comment forms. 

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  50. Char says

    We all know dark chocolate tastes better anyway right!? My husband brought my favorite dark chocolate Dove candy home last night. Thanks for sharing at Family Joy Blog Linkup. Have a great week Marilyn!

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  56. Nikki Frank-Hamilton says

    Marilyn, I love snacky foods that I can take with me while I’m on the go. Which seems like lately I’m more on the go than I am at home. So this would be perfect. Everything in your recipe is gluten free, or can be, so I’m even more excited about this. At Aldi’s I can get to gluten free candy similar to M&Ms and gluten-free pretzels so I’m going to whip this up soon. I love quick and I love snacky so this is right up my alley.

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  60. Charlotte says

    oo this looks tasty! I’ve been looking for new snacking alternatives! although I think I will learn from your mistake and pre-fill the bowls because this is the kind of thing we would accidentally eat all of :p

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  62. Michelle says

    I made this today for my students as part of our math unit. Minus the peanuts because of allergie. They think a leprechaun brought all the stuff. Haha!

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  70. Jenny Kavanagh says

    Marilyn, this looks easy enough for me to do and my kids would be love it. It’s perfect for a quick St Patty’s day snack. I’m pinning to remember to try this. 🙂 Thank you for linking to Celebrate Your Story! Link Party -Jenny @ Paintyourselfasmile

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  72. Angela says

    This is such a Great idea! My kid will really enjoy this snack 🙂 Thank you for sharing it at the Sunday Fitness & Food Link-Up, Pinned!

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