Dessert

White Trash Candy Recipe

ByMila Navarro November 24, 2025November 24, 2025

Introduction

White Trash Candy is a fun and colorful no-bake treat that’s perfect for snacking or sharing. Combining cereals, pretzels, and candy with creamy white chocolate creates a crunchy, sweet, and salty mix that’s sure to please all ages.

Two white bowls filled with a colorful snack mix are placed on a white marbled surface. The mix is made of several layers including pastel-colored fruit loop cereal, white yogurt-coated pieces, small brown pretzel sticks, and light brown cereal snacks, all mixed together. The layers are piled high in the bowls with the colorful cereal rings and pretzel sticks clearly visible on the top. Scattered around the bowls on the surface are a few loose pieces of the snack mix, including orange and yellow cereal rings, pretzel sticks, and red and blue candy-coated chocolates. In the background, there is a small white bowl filled with multi-colored candy-coated chocolates, sitting on a blue and white checkered cloth with a white tiled wall behind. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 cup Honey Nut Cheerios
½ cup Cocoa Puffs
1 cup Froot Loops
1 cup M&M’s
1 cup broken pretzel sticks
10 oz Ghirardelli White Chocolate Melting Wafers (or vanilla bark)

Instructions

Step 1: In a very large mixing bowl, combine the Honey Nut Cheerios, Cocoa Puffs, Froot Loops, M&M’s, and broken pretzel sticks.
Step 2: Melt the white chocolate wafers according to the package directions until smooth and creamy.
Step 3: Pour the melted white chocolate over the cereal and candy mixture. Gently stir until everything is evenly coated.
Step 4: Spread the mixture onto a sheet of parchment paper on your countertop, creating an even layer.
Step 5: Allow the candy to harden at room temperature for about 15 minutes until set.
Step 6: Once hardened, break into pieces and store in an airtight container at room temperature.

Tips & Variations

Try swapping M&M’s with other colorful candies or chocolate chips for different flavors and textures.
Use vanilla bark if white chocolate wafers are unavailable; just be sure to melt gently.
For a nutty twist, add chopped nuts like almonds or peanuts to the mix before coating.
Press the mixture into a pan lined with parchment for uniform bars instead of clusters.

Storage

Store the finished White Trash Candy in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. Keep away from heat or direct sunlight to prevent melting. If needed, gently re-crisp by leaving out uncovered for a few minutes before serving.

How to Serve

The image shows a close-up of a snack mix spread out on a white baking tray, placed on a white marbled texture surface. The snack consists of colorful round cereal pieces in shades of green, blue, red, yellow, orange, and purple, mixed with pretzel sticks and round chocolate cereal pieces all coated in a shiny white yogurt or white chocolate layer. The mix is evenly spread out, showing a variety of textures: the smooth coating on the pretzel sticks, the glossy cereal loops, and the small round chocolate pieces. A blue and white checkered cloth is partially visible in the background. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use other cereals instead of the ones listed?

Yes, this recipe is very flexible. You can substitute with your favorite cereals that provide a mix of flavors and textures, such as Rice Chex, Cheerios, or Fruit Pebbles.

What is the best way to melt white chocolate without it seizing?

Melt white chocolate slowly using a double boiler or in short bursts in the microwave, stirring frequently. Avoid overheating and keep moisture away to prevent seizing.

White Trash Candy Recipe

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White Trash Candy is a colorful and crunchy treat combining a variety of cereals and candies mixed with creamy white chocolate. This no-bake snack is perfect for parties, holidays, or anytime you want a sweet and salty crunch that’s easy to make and absolutely addictive.

Author: Mila
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes (melting chocolate)
Total Time: 15 minutes
Yield: Approximately 6 cups 1x
Category: Snack
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Cereal and Candy Mix

1 cup Honey Nut Cheerios
½ cup Cocoa Puffs
1 cup Froot Loops
1 cup M&M’s
1 cup broken pretzel sticks

Chocolate Coating

10 oz Ghirardelli White Chocolate Melting Wafers (or vanilla bark)

Instructions

Combine Dry Ingredients: In a very large mixing bowl, combine the Honey Nut Cheerios, Cocoa Puffs, Froot Loops, M&M’s, and broken pretzel sticks. Mix gently to evenly distribute all ingredients.
Melt White Chocolate: Melt the white chocolate wafers following the package directions. Using Ghirardelli White Chocolate Melting Wafers is recommended for their smooth texture and rich flavor.
Mix Chocolate and Cereal: Pour the melted white chocolate over the cereal and candy mixture. Gently stir until all pieces are evenly coated with the chocolate, ensuring every bit is covered without breaking the cereal.
Set the Candy: Spread the mixture onto parchment paper on the countertop in an even layer. Allow it to harden at room temperature for about 15 minutes until the chocolate sets and firms up.
Store: Once hardened, break into pieces if desired, and store the White Trash Candy in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain freshness and crunch.

Notes

You can substitute or add other cereals or candies to customize the flavor and texture to your liking.
If white chocolate wafers are unavailable, white chocolate chips can be used but may require careful melting to avoid scorching.
Ensure the pretzel sticks are broken into bite-sized pieces for easier eating.
This candy should be stored in a cool, dry place to prevent melting or sogginess.
Perfect treat for parties, gift-giving, or quick snack cravings.

Keywords: White trash candy, cereal candy, white chocolate snack, no bake candy, sweet and salty treat, party snack

Mila Navarro

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