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Ragtag Candies

These easy Ragtag Candies are made with rice cereal, pretzels, peanuts and white chocolate! A sweet and salty no-bake treat!
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 10

Ingredients

  • 12 ounce bag white chocolate chips
  • 4 cups rice krispie cereal
  • 3 cups pretzel sticks slightly crushed
  • 1 1/2 cups roasted peanuts

Instructions

  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
  • Place 3 cups pretzel sticks in a ziplock bag and lightly crush with a rolling pin or heavy pan. You want smaller pieces but not completely crushed.
  • In a large bowl, combine 4 cups rice krispie cereal, crushed pretzels, and 1 1/2 cups roasted peanuts. Stir to combine.
  • Place 12 ounce bag white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30 second intervals, stirring after each interval, until chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
  • Pour melted chocolate over the cereal mixture. Stir with a spatula until everything is evenly coated with chocolate.
  • Spread mixture onto the prepared baking sheet in an even layer about 1/2 inch thick.
  • Let sit at room temperature for about 20 minutes until chocolate has completely hardened. Or refrigerate for 10 minutes to speed up the process.
  • Once set, break into bite-sized pieces.
  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.

Notes

  • Milk chocolate or dark chocolate can be used instead of white chocolate.
  • Any type of nuts can be substituted for the peanuts - try cashews, almonds, or pecans.
  • Add mini marshmallows, M&Ms, or dried cranberries for extra mix-ins if desired.