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Bunny Bait Easter Mix Recipe

Bunny Bait Easter Mix Recipe: A Colorful No-Bake Delight

Bunny Bait Easter Mix is a colorful no-bake treat combining salty pretzels and sweet creamy white chocolate, perfect for Easter gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Setting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 cups
Course: Snacks
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 8 cups Popped Popcorn Plain, lightly salted, or low-butter options
  • 2 cups Mini Pretzel Twists Can use twists, sticks, or squares
  • 2 cups Rice Chex or Corn Chex Cereal Can swap with other plain square cereal
For the Sweetness
  • 1 cup Pastel Chocolate Candies Easter M&Ms or similar
  • 2 cups Mini Marshmallows Plain or vibrant options
  • 1 cup Pastel Sprinkles or Nonpareils Choose seasonal shapes
For the Coating
  • 2 cups White Chocolate Chips or Vanilla Candy Melts Can use milk or dark chocolate
  • 2 tablespoons Neutral Oil (optional) Such as canola or coconut
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1 cup Crushed Vanilla Sandwich Cookies Adds a cookies-and-cream element
  • 1 cup Roasted Salted Peanuts, Cashews, or Almonds Skip for nut-free version
  • 1 cup Shredded Coconut Perfect for decorating

Equipment

  • Microwave-Safe Bowl
  • Large baking sheets
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Prepare Baking Sheets: Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper and spread the popped popcorn evenly across them.
  2. Add Crunchy Components: Scatter the mini pretzel twists and Rice Chex cereal over the popcorn and toss to mix.
  3. Melt Chocolate: Place white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave in 30-second intervals until melted.
  4. Drizzle Chocolate: Drizzle half of the melted chocolate over the popcorn mixture and toss gently to coat.
  5. Add Toppings: Sprinkle pastel candies, mini marshmallows, and sprinkles over the chocolate-coated mix.
  6. Set the Mix: Allow the mix to sit at room temperature for 20-30 minutes or refrigerate for quicker setting.
  7. Serve: Break the Bunny Bait Easter Mix into clusters and transfer to bowls or jars for serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 3mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 2IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Store the Bunny Bait Easter Mix in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4-5 days.

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