Bunny Bait also called “Easter Bunny Snack Mix,” is an addictive and colorful treat perfect for an Easter celebration. It’s quick and easy to make, and can be customized with your favorite snacks or candies.
A cross between trail mix and Chex mix, Bunny Bait Snack Mix is a sweet and salty and treat with bright pastel colors.
It’s made with a combination of pretzels, popcorn, cereal, M&M’s and white chocolate. You can also add in other Easter candies like jelly beans, chocolate eggs or marshmallows.
It’s so good and hard to stop eating, hence the name “bunny bait.” Here’s your warning that this snack mix is highly addictive!
Also makes a great snack to give as a gift, just package it in cute Easter-themed bags or jars.
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Bunny Bait Ingredients
- Cereal: I used corn Chex cereal, but you can use any variety you like or a combination or rice and corn Chex cereal. You could also substitute with another type of cereal like Cheerios or Crispix.
- Pretzels: Mini pretzels add a nice crunch to the mix. I used pretzel sticks but you could also use pretzel twists.
- M&M candies: Choose pastel colors to go with the Easter theme. Any kind of M&M’s and flavors will work in this recipe.
- Chocolate: I used white chocolate chips for this recipe to hold everything together. You could also substitute with candy melts or almond bark.
- Sprinkles: I used pastel-colored sprinkles to add a pop of color, but you could use any type of sprinkles or leave them out altogether.
Variations & Mix Ins
- For those with dietary restrictions, feel free to use gluten-free pretzels or dairy-free chocolate alternatives.
- Substitute white chocolate chips with dark chocolate or milk chocolate chips.
- Add in other mix-ins such as marshmallows, popcorn, nuts, bunny crackers or candies.
How to Make Bunny Bait Snack Mix
Add Chex cereal and pretzels to a large bowl.
Melt white chocolate in the microwave in 30 second increments, stirring in between or using a double boiler until smooth and creamy. Make sure not to overheat it!
Pour the melted white chocolate over the dry ingredients and toss everything together gently to coat evenly.
Spread the mixture in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Sprinkle the M&M candies and Easter sprinkles over top and let it cool until the chocolate hardens.
Once set, break up into pieces.
Serve as is or package your Bunny Bait Snack Mix in cute jars or bags tied with ribbon for gifting or snacking.
How to Store
Store in an airtight container or Ziplock bag at room temperature.
FAQs
Can I use different cereals in this recipe?
Yes, feel free to experiment with different types of cereal like Cheerios or Rice Krispies for a unique twist on this snack mix.
Can I add more mix-ins to the recipe?
Absolutely! Get creative and add in your favorite mix-ins like mini marshmallows, pretzels, or your favorite chocolate candies.
More Easter Treats
- Easter Dirt Cake
- Carrot Patch Easter Treats
- Peeps S’mores Dip
- Breakable Chocolate Bunny
- Peanut Butter Eggs
Recipe
Bunny Bait Snack Mix
Ingredients
- 3 cups rice Chex cereal
- 3 cups pretzel sticks can break into pieces
- 1 (9.2oz.) bag peanut M&M's
- 1 (11.5oz.) bag white chocolate chips
- pastel sprinkles
Instructions
- Add Chex cereal and pretzels to a large bowl.
- Melt white chocolate in the microwave in 30 second increments, stirring in between or using a double boiler until smooth and creamy. Make sure not to overheat it!
- Pour the melted white chocolate over the dry ingredients and toss everything together gently to coat evenly.
- Spread the mixture in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Sprinkle the M&M candies and Easter sprinkles over top and let it cool until the chocolate hardens.
- Once set, break up into pieces.
- Serve as is or package your Bunny Bait Snack Mix in cute jars or bags tied with ribbon for gifting or snacking.
Notes
Nutrition Disclosure
Nutritional facts are estimates and are provided as a courtesy to the reader. Please utilize your own brand nutritional values to double check against our estimates. Nutritional values are calculated via a third party. Changing ingredients, amounts or cooking technique will alter the estimated nutritional calculations.
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