Party Time with Chex Mix and Sam's Club! Ends 12/27/11

Holidays are major snack times for us! You, too? I thought so!

Chex Mix is always a favourite.  And we have a blast mixing up in different ways... extra salty (blame me)... chocolate-y... you name it.

This Christmas and New Year's will be no different. In fact, we've been making it every few days this month. :D

Are you searching for ways to mix up this year´s holiday bash? Then why not host a Chex® Party Mix-Change, a modern spin on the traditional cookie swap with a delicious and savory twist! With several Chex Party Mix recipes that can be made in just 15 minutes and Sam´s Club stores providing you with everything needed to host a fabulous party, there´s no excuse to not call on family and friends for a celebration.

In fact, with all of the extra prep time being saved, you´ll be able to spend more time mingling with your guests this year than working in the kitchen.

How to throw the ultimate Sam´s Club Chex Party Mix-Change:

*Set the date and spread the word. Announce your Chex Party Mix-Change using some of these festive invites.

*Mix it up. Use these mouth-watering Chex recipe cards including Chex Pumpkin Pie Crunch and Hot Buttered Yum Chex Mix and this shopping list to make party prep a snap.

*Share the fun. Use some of these easy tips & tricks to add some extra flare to your party and check out some of the packaging ideas so your guests don´t go home empty handed!

*Visit ChexPartyMixChange.com for even more party-planning tips and be sure to also check out Sam´s Club, your one stop Chex spot that has everything you need to throw a Chex Party Mix-Change!

Our favourite right now is the Chex® Caramel Chocolate Drizzles!

Prep Time: 15 min
Start to Finish: 15 min
Makes: 14 servings (1/2 cup each)

INGREDIENTS:

3 cups Corn Chex® cereal
3 cups Rice Chex® cereal
1/2 bag (14-oz size) caramels (about 25)
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
2 tablespoons milk
1/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips

PREPARATION DIRECTIONS:

1. In large microwavable bowl, mix cereals.

2. In medium microwavable bowl, microwave caramels, butter and milk uncovered on High 2 to 3 minutes, stirring after each minute, until caramels are melted and mixture is smooth. Pour over cereals; gently stir until evenly coated.

3. Microwave on High 3 to 4 minutes, stirring after each minute, until just beginning to brown. Spread on waxed paper to cool.

4. In small microwavable bowl, microwave chocolate chips uncovered on High about 1 minute or until chocolate can be stirred smooth. Drizzle over snack. Refrigerate until set. Store in airtight container.

RECIPE TIP:
For easy drizzling, spoon the melted chocolate into a small food-storage plastic bag. Snip off one tiny bottom corner and squeeze the chocolate over the cereal mixture.

Chex Mix and Sam's Club, teamed up with MyBlogSpark, would love to offer you the chance to host your own Chex Mix Party Change! Just follow the instructions below for your chance to win a Chex Mix prize pack that will contain one $25 Sam´s Club gift card and one box of Chex cereal! Open to USA only, please.

Disclosure:
The Sam´s Club gift card, information, and giveaway have been provided by Sam´s Club, Chex Party Mix and General Mills through MyBlogSpark.
The opinions expressed herein are my own and based on my own use of and experience with the item(s).

Change it up with Chex Mix! Ends 12/19/11

Let's mix it up!

The holidays are snack time -- no doubt about it! Who doesn't go around making and munching snacks for partys, get-togethers, family dinners?

We do!

Chex Mix has been a family favourite for YEARS in my family. It's a tradition for our holidays that dates back at least 30 years.

But, hey! Change is good, right? Chex believes this is a great time to mix things up a bit!

That's right... instead of the same old Chex Mix try a new, delightfully delicious recipe!

From decadent to savory your guests are sure to love with these delicious favorites that can be made in the microwave in 15 minutes or less. These five Chex Party Mix recipes are just some of the fabulous 15 minute recipes that can be found at ChexPartyMix.com.

*Original Chex Party Mix – A tried and true classic of many holiday gatherings.

*Chex PB and Chocolate Blast – Is there really a better combination than peanut butter and chocolate? Yes, when Chex cereal is added!

*Chex Pumpkin Pie Crunch – Mix things up and try this mouthwatering alternative to the beloved holiday pie.

*Hot Buttered Yum Chex Mix – A combination of cinnamon, brown sugar, honey and marshmallows blend effortlessly together in a crazy-delicious, gluten free crunchy mix.

*Chex Caramel Chocolate Drizzles – Melted chocolate, chewy caramel and a delightful crunch carry this gluten-free party mix recipe from microwave to table in 15 minutes.

We made both the Chex Pumpkin Pie Crunch and the Hot-Buttered Yum!
YOWZA! It's just so decadent and oh, so good!

Chex and My Blog Spark have teamed up to offer one of my reader's a chance to MIX IT UP with a Chex Mix Prize package of their very own!

The winner’s prize pack will contain:

*2 boxes of Chex cereal to create Chex Party Mix recipes
*5 featured Chex Party Mix recipes
*10 takeout containers so your guests can take their Chex Party Mix to-go
*$20 gift card to purchase recipe ingredients and decorating supplies

Just follow the instructions below for your chance to enter to win!

Open to USA only. One entry per household, please. All entried will be verified.

Disclosure: The Chex Party Mix-Change product, information, and giveaway have been provided by Chex through MyBlogSpark. The opinions expressed herein are my own and are based on my own use of and experience with the items.