Cozy Snowman Poop Peppermint White Chocolate Crunch
A salty-sweet-minty holiday treat made with white chocolate, pretzels, puffed rice cereal, and crushed candy canes. Quick, no-bake, and perfect for gifting or holiday parties.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes (including setting time)
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups mini pretzel twists
- 2 cups puffed rice cereal
- 1 cup roasted salted peanuts (optional)
- 16 ounces white chocolate melting wafers or white chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil or vegetable shortening
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1/2 cup crushed candy canes or peppermint candies (about 6–8 regular sized candy canes)
- Optional: 1/4 cup white chocolate chips (for drizzle) + 1 teaspoon coconut oil
Instructions
- Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Crush candy canes in a zip-top bag with a rolling pin into small pieces (pea-sized or smaller). Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine mini pretzels, puffed rice cereal, and peanuts (if using). Toss gently.
- Melt white chocolate wafers and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until smooth (about 1.5-2 minutes).
- Stir peppermint extract into melted white chocolate. Taste and adjust if needed.
- Pour melted white chocolate over dry ingredients. Fold gently with a rubber spatula until everything is evenly coated.
- Spread mixture onto prepared baking sheet in an even layer about 1/2 inch thick. Do not press too hard.
- Sprinkle crushed candy canes evenly over the top while chocolate is still wet. If using, drizzle extra melted white chocolate over the top.
- Let set at room temperature for 1-2 hours until firm (or refrigerate for 30 minutes).
- Break into irregular clusters with your hands. Serve or store.
Notes
Use pure peppermint extract, not mint extract, to avoid a toothpaste flavor. Let melted white chocolate cool slightly before pouring over dry ingredients to prevent soggy pretzels. Crush candy canes just before using to prevent clumping. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks; do not refrigerate. Freeze for up to three months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (about 4-5 c
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 24
- Sodium: 280
- Fat: 16
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 36
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 4
Keywords: snowman poop, peppermint white chocolate crunch, holiday treat, no-bake, white chocolate pretzel, candy cane, Christmas snack