Easter Bunny Bait Recipe is a sweet and salty Easter snack mix. Each bite is packed with M&M’s, pretzels, cereal and more. Everything is coated in white chocolate and sprinkles for a rich Easter treat.
This is a well-loved tradition in our home that we make year after year. The kids love This Bunny Bait Trail Mix. It has the best combination of ingredients for a yummy snack and no bake recipe.
We make lots of yummy Easter treats. Some of our other favorite treats include Easter Bunny Cupcakes, Easter Bunny Chow, Easter Chocolate Covered Oreos and Easter bunny cookies .
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Why we love this recipe
- No bake. It is so easy to make and takes just minutes to prepare.
- Simple ingredients. Many of these are pantry items that you might already have.
- Easy to feed a crowd. This is inexpensive to make a large quantity for Easter baskets and an Easter celebration. It is also great for movie night and everyone can have a treat bag.
- Sweet and delicious. The tasty blend of ingredients coated in white chocolate is decadent.
Ingredients
- Pretzels
- Honey Nut Cheerios
- Chex (rice or corn)
- Salted Peanuts
- Pastel M&M’s (Easter M&Ms)
- Pastel Sprinkles
- White chocolate (I used Ghirardelli wafers)
Find the entire recipe and ingredient list at the bottom.
Recipe substitutions and Additions
- Chocolate Candies. We used pastel M&M’s but you can use any type of chocolate candy you prefer. Some ideas include: Peanut M&M’s, Peanut Butter M&M’s, Reese’s Pieces, and more.
- Pretzels. Any variety is great in this recipe. You can use pretzel sticks, squares, or anything you prefer.
- Mini Marshmallows. This is a tasty add-in for another layer of flavor. This should be added after the melted white chocolate so it does not melt the marshmallows.
- Popped Popcorn. This can be substituted for the cereal.
- Cereal. Chex Cereal is yummy but you can also use Cheerios, Honey Nut Cheerios, Captain Crunch, Lucky Charms, or Kix cereal.
- Seasonal. It is so easy to change the color of the seasonal M&M’s. You can easily make this for any holiday or occasion.
- Sprinkles. We used pastel because it is perfect for Easter but you can substitute any type. Coordinate birthday party colors and more and serve this treat year-round.
- Peanuts. Salted or Unsalted Peanuts taste great with the other ingredients.
- Butterscotch Chips. For a different flavor, combine both butterscotch chips and white chocolate for another yummy variation.
How to make bunny bait
Step 1. Get out a large mixing bowl. Combine the Chex, Cheerios, pretzels, peanuts and M&M’s.
Step 2. Next, melt the white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl. Melt in 30 second increments until completely melted. Pour the melted chocolate over the cereal mixture and stir until well-coated.
Step 3. Spread the mixture on wax paper. Top with the pastel sprinkles and allow to set until hardened. It will take at least 15 minutes.
Step 4. Break into pieces. After the chocolate has set, break the mixture into pieces, and then it’s ready to serve and enjoy!
How to store bunny bait
Store the mixture in a ziplock bag or covered airtight container. You can leave it on the counter for 3 days at room temperature. It can be frozen up to 3 months.
Recipe Tips
- Line the baking sheet. Spread the mixture on a baking sheet with wax paper or parchment paper. It will make clean up much easier.
- Allow to set. The mixture needs to completely set before breaking into pieces and storing. It will be very messy if you rush this step. If you need to speed this along, you can refrigerate for 20 to 25 minutes.
- Work quickly. White chocolate hardens quickly. Combine the ingredients together quickly for the best results and the most even coating.
- High quality chocolate. The entire recipe for bunny bait will taste better if you use a good quality chocolate.
- Make in advance. This can be made up to a week in advance if you need to save time for an event. Just make sure to store it properly.
Can I make this for other holidays?
Yes, it is so easy to make this year round for holidays and other occasions. Simply substitute the pastel M&M’s for Halloween, Christmas, Valentine’s or July 4th varieties.
It will instantly transform the recipe into the perfect treat for any holiday. With minor adjustments, this recipe comes together for a great treat year round.
More Easter dessert recipes
- Easter Egg Fruit Pizza
- Sugar Cookies Easter Egg Recipe
- Easter Candy Charcuterie Board
- Easter Dirt Cups Recipe
- Bunny Butt Cupcakes
Try this festive Easter recipe today and leave a comment once you do. It is so exciting to hear from you all!
Bunny Bait
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&Ms
- ½ cup Pastel Sprinkles
- 10 ounces white chocolate I used Ghirardelli wafers
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the Chex, Cheerios, pretzels, peanuts and M&M’s.
- Place the white chocolate in a microwave safe bowl.
- Microwave for 1 minute. Stir and then melt in 30 second increments. Make sure you stir in between. (stirring in between).
- Be careful not to overcook.
- Pour the melted chocolate over the Chex mix and stir until well coated.
- Then pour the Chex mixture onto a piece of wax or parchment paper, top with the pastel sprinkles and allow to set until hardened (at least 15 minutes).
- After the chocolate has set, break the mixture into pieces and then it’s ready to serve and enjoy!
