Easter Bunny Bait is a fun and festive snack mix that’s perfect for Easter celebrations. It’s a sweet and salty combination of cereal, pretzels, and candies, all coated in white chocolate. This easy-to-make treat is sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike!
📋 Ingredients:
- 🌽 4 cups Rice Chex cereal
- 🥨 2 cups mini pretzel twists
- 🍬 2 cups pastel-colored M&M’s (or other Easter-themed candy)
- 🍫 1 bag (12 oz) white chocolate chips or white candy melts
- 🌈 1 cup pastel-colored sprinkles
- 🍭 1 cup mini marshmallows
📝 Directions:
- Mix the Dry Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, combine the Rice Chex cereal, mini pretzel twists, pastel-colored M&M’s, and mini marshmallows.
- Melt the White Chocolate:
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the white chocolate chips or candy melts in the microwave, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth and fully melted.
- Coat the Snack Mix:
- Pour the melted white chocolate over the dry ingredients and gently stir to coat everything evenly.
- Add Sprinkles:
- Spread the mixture out on a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Sprinkle the pastel-colored sprinkles over the top while the white chocolate is still wet.
- Set and Break Apart:
- Allow the mixture to set at room temperature until the white chocolate hardens, about 30 minutes.
- Once set, break the mixture into bite-sized pieces.
- Serve:
- Serve the Easter Bunny Bait in a large bowl or divide it into individual treat bags for a festive Easter snack.
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Setting Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 10-12 servings
Calories: 200 kcal per serving
💡 Notes:
- You can customize the mix with your favorite cereals, nuts, or other candies.
- For a colorful twist, you can add a few drops of food coloring to the melted white chocolate before mixing it with the dry ingredients.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.