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Bunny Bait: Sweet and Crunchy Easter Mix Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Bunny Bait is a delightful and festive snack mix perfect for Easter celebrations. Combining crunchy pretzels, Honey Nut Cheerios, Chex cereal, salted peanuts, colorful pastel M&M’s, and sprinkles, all coated in creamy white chocolate, this treat offers a sweet and salty flavor with a fun, crunchy texture. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s ideal for parties, gifting, or enjoying anytime you crave a sweet snack with a crunchy twist.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups pretzels
  • 2 cups Honey Nut Cheerios
  • 3 cups Chex (rice or corn)
  • 1/2 cup salted peanuts
  • 1 cup pastel M&M’s (Easter M&M’s)
  • 1/2 cup pastel sprinkles

Coating

  • 10 ounces white chocolate (Ghirardelli wafers recommended)

Instructions

  1. Melt the white chocolate: Place the 10 ounces of white chocolate wafers in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 20-30 second intervals, stirring after each, until fully melted and smooth.
  2. Combine dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the pretzels, Honey Nut Cheerios, Chex cereal, and salted peanuts. Toss gently to mix evenly.
  3. Coat with melted chocolate: Pour the melted white chocolate over the cereal mixture. Use a spatula to gently fold and stir until all pieces are evenly coated with the white chocolate.
  4. Add M&M’s and sprinkles: Quickly add the pastel M&M’s and pastel sprinkles, folding them in gently to distribute without melting the colors.
  5. Spread and set: Spread the coated mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet in an even layer. Allow the Bunny Bait to cool completely at room temperature until the white chocolate hardens and sets, about 30 minutes.
  6. Break and serve: Once set, break the mixture into bite-sized pieces. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.

Notes

  • Use high-quality white chocolate wafers for the smoothest coating.
  • If white chocolate is too thick, stir in a teaspoon of vegetable oil to thin it for easier coating.
  • Store in an airtight container for up to one week to maintain freshness.
  • For a gluten-free version, ensure Chex cereal is certified gluten-free and use gluten-free pretzels.
  • Feel free to substitute pastel M&M’s with any other colorful candy of your choice for seasonal variations.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

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