Easy Easter Snack Mix Recipe (Bunny Bait)
This easy Easter snack mix is a sweet and salty treat that’s totally delicious and simple to make — perfect for parties and holiday baskets!
This sweet snack mix is the ultimate fun treat for the Easter season. Just package up the Easter mix in a cellophane bag, tie it with ribbon, and you’re done!
Whether you’re putting together Easter baskets, planning a big egg hunt, or need a festive treat for the dessert table, this mix is a total hit. Plus, it’s so easy to make!
For more fun holiday mixes, be sure to check out this St Patrick’s Day mix with Lucky Charms, this Valentine’s Day fun snack mix, or this festive reindeer chow! Creating sweet and salty snacks using these easy recipes is one of my favorite things.
Too busy to make this right away? Pin it for later! Pin this post to your favorite board on Pinterest and it will be there when you’re ready!
Why This Bunny Bait Is Great
Not only is this party mix a snap to make, it is great for picky eaters too. You can use whatever mix-ins your family likes best.
We like to load up our bunny bait trail mix with Cadbury mini eggs, white chocolate chips, crunchy pretzel sticks, and mini marshmallows, for a blend of sweet and salty flavors that everyone loves.
Cadbury mini eggs are such a great Easter candy! If your family loves mini eggs too, be sure to try these mini egg cookie bars, mini egg crockpot candy, and mini egg Rice Krispie treats.
What is Chex Mix?
Chex Mix is an easy recipe that uses simple ingredients to create a sweet treat that is sure to be a family favorite. This easy Easter snack mix is also known as bunny chow or muddy buddies, depending on who you talk to.
This delicious Easter snack mix makes the perfect treat for movie nights or for sharing at class parties! I love how whimsical these treats look with colorful mini eggs and white candy melts.
How to Make Easter Party Mix
This post contains affiliate links.
Ingredients
- Chex cereal – This light, crispy cereal provides the perfect blank canvas for snacks.
- Pretzel sticks, broken – Salty and crunchy, these little sticks help balance the sweetness of the chocolate and candy.
- Cadbury mini eggs, chopped – These colorful chocolate eggs bring festive Easter flair and a delicious candy crunch to every bite.
- Mini marshmallows – Soft, fluffy marshmallows add a sweet, chewy texture that kids and adults love.
- Milk chocolate chips – Rich chocolate chips add extra sweetness and melt just enough to give you a gooey, irresistible treat.
- White chocolate candy melts – Smooth melted chocolate that coats the mix and holds everything together.
The possibilities are endless with this recipe. Experiment with this Easter candy and add your favorite snack mix-ins!
Instructions
1. Prepare the ingredients. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or wax paper.
2. In a medium microwave-safe bowl, heat the chocolate wafers in 15-second intervals, stirring in between, until it is completely smooth.
Alternately, you can also use this new Wilton Chocolate Melting Pot that keeps the chocolate melted at the perfect temperature!
3. Spread an even layer of Chex cereal, pretzel sticks, mini marshmallows, and chocolate chips on the lined cookie sheet.
4. Pour the melted chocolate over the cereal mixture.
5. Top with chopped Cadbury mini eggs and optional Easter sprinkles for extra pizzazz.
6. Place in the fridge for about an hour until the chocolate sets.
7. Break the snack mix into bite-sized pieces and serve in individual treat bags or a large bowl.
Tips and Tricks
- Use Wilton candy melts for the best results, as it melts the best. Add one teaspoon of coconut oil to other melted chocolate chips to help them melt and pour better.
- Get the kids involved! This recipes is a fun project for little hands, especially crushing the big Cadbury eggs.
- Add Easter sprinkles or swap in pastel M&Ms for a colorful twist.
- Lay your mix on parchment paper for easy moving and transporting before the chocolate has hardened. Trust me, it’s a game changer!
- Place the chocolate in the fridge or freezer to completely cool before serving. It breaks up much more easily this way.
- Store your bunny bait in an airtight container at room temperature, or freeze it for longer freshness.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Easter snack mix made of?
Most Easter snack mix recipes combine a crunchy base like Chex cereal or popcorn with sweet and salty add-ins such as pretzels, chocolate, marshmallows, and Easter candies like Cadbury mini eggs or pastel M&Ms.
How long does this Easter snack mix last?
When stored in a large freezer bag or an airtight container, this yummy mix stays fresh for up to a month at room temperature. If your home is warm, storing it in the fridge helps prevent the chocolate from melting.
Can you freeze Easter snack mix?
Yes! This snack mix freezes very well. Place it in a sealed freezer bag or airtight container and freeze for up to 2–3 months. Simply let it thaw at room temperature before serving.
Can I make this without chocolate?
Totally! Just skip the melted chocolate and focus on other fun add-ins like bunny grahams, jelly beans, or peanut butter chips.
What other ingredients can I add to Easter snack mix?
The possibilities are endless! Try pastel M&Ms, Easter desserts like candy-coated popcorn, or fun springtime treats like gummy bunnies.
How perfect is this festive snack mix for Easter parties?! This bunny bait recipe is so simple and can easily be adapted for other holidays by simply using different colored chocolate or treats — try adding festive holiday sprinkles too!
More Candy Mix-In Ideas
- Bunny grahams
- Jelly beans
- Mini pretzels
- Easter M&Ms
- Easter sprinkles
This post contains affiliate links.
Some of My Kitchen Essentials
- I love using this non-stick bakeware for all of my baking.
- These silicone mitts are perfect for grasping hot pans and baking dishes.
- This Henckel knife is my favorite for slicing and dicing in the kitchen.
- These parchment paper bags are perfect for packaging and these large Rubbermaid food storage containers are great for storing baking in the freezer.
This bunny bait snack mix is perfect for movie nights, class parties, or just munching while you wait for the Easter Bunny.
So grab a bowl, gather the family, and whip up this special treat. It’s the best part of Easter, guaranteed!
If you loved this Easter snack mix recipe, please give it a five-star rating by clicking the stars below! Help me share it on Facebook or Pinterest so that others can enjoy it too.
Happy Easter and happy snacking!
Easter Snack Mix
Ingredients
- 2 cups Chex cereal
- 1 cup pretzel sticks broken
- 1 cup Cadbury mini eggs chopped
- ½ cup mini marshmallows
- ½ cup milk chocolate chips
- 6 oz white chocolate candy melts
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or wax paper.
- In a medium microwave-safe bowl, heat the chocolate wafers in 15-second intervals, stirring in between, until it is completely smooth.
- Spread an even layer of Chex cereal, pretzel sticks, mini marshmallows, and chocolate chips on the lined cookie sheet.
- Pour the melted chocolate over the cereal mixture.
- Top with chopped Cadbury mini eggs and optional Easter sprinkles for extra pizzazz.
- Place in the fridge for about an hour until the chocolate sets.
- Break the snack mix into bite-sized pieces and serve in individual treat bags or a large bowl.
Notes
- Use Wilton candy melts for the best results, as it melts the best. Add one teaspoon of coconut oil to other melted chocolate chips to help them melt and pour better.
- Get the kids involved! This recipes is a fun project for little hands, especially crushing the big Cadbury eggs.
- Add Easter sprinkles or swap in pastel M&Ms for a colorful twist.
- Lay your mix on parchment paper for easy moving and transporting before the chocolate has hardened. Trust me, it’s a game changer!
- Place the chocolate in the fridge or freezer to completely cool before serving. It breaks up much more easily this way.
- Store your bunny bait in an airtight container at room temperature, or freeze it for longer freshness.
Nutrition
Looks yummy Yummy Yummy