Here’s a fast and easy Sweet and Salty Bunny Bait using a mix of popcorn, pretzels, chocolate candies, and cereal.
Earlier this week I posted Bunny Bait gift bag toppers with a recipe that was bird-friendly. That version was for the kids to sprinkle around the yard for the Easter bunny. But this sweet and salty bunny bait is a treat for everyone to eat and enjoy during the spring season.
Sweet and Salty Bunny Bait
Ingredients
- 12 cups popped popcorn
- 4 cups mini pretzels
- 1 cups coated chocolate candies, spring colored
- 2 cups Peeps cereal (substitute Cheerios for a less sweet bunny bait or Fruit Loops)
- 12 oz. white chocolate melts, melted per package directions
- 1/4 tsp. fine popcorn salt (optional)
- 3 T. pastel jammies sprinkles (optional)
Kitchen Supplies:
- Large Mixing Bowl
- Spoon or spatula
- Large baking sheet
- Parchment Paper
- Measuring cups/spoons
- Microwave & microwave safe bowl
- Air Popcorn Popper or other popcorn maker
How to Make Sweet and Salty Bunny Bait
Step 1. Pop the popcorn according to the package directions. Next, add 12 cups of popped corn to a large mixing bowl, making sure to remove any unpopped kernels.
Step 2. Add white chocolate melts to a microwave safe bowl. Melt according to the package directions.
Step 3. Add melted white chocolate into the popcorn. Gently toss to evenly coat all the popcorn.
Step 4. While the white chocolate is still ‘wet’, add the pretzels and candies. Continue to gently toss to coat. Last, add in the cereal and toss to coat. Note: Add the Peeps cereal last to preserve the color from getting coated with white chocolate. If using Cheerios, it can be added at the same time as the pretzels and candies.
Step 5. Immediately dump the mixture onto a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper and spread out. Sprinkle on pastel or spring jammies sprinkles (optional) and popcorn salt all over the top. Let the mixture harden before breaking it up and storing it in an airtight container or placing it in gift bags.
Storage
Store Bunny Bait mixture in an airtight container for 5-7 days. Best to store in a cool and dry place, away from heat and moisture.
This Easter treat makes for a fantastic snack to enjoy during a family movie night or as a gift for neighbors and friends. The combination of the fluffy popcorn, crunchy pretzels, sweet white chocolate, marshmallow cereal, and chocolate candy creates an irresistible blend of flavors and textures. Get creative by adding your favorite sweet and salty ingredients like salted peanuts or rice crackers.
Bunny Bait
Get ready for Easter with this sweet and salty bunny bait recipe! Made with popcorn, pretzels, white chocolate, Peeps cereal, and chocolate candy, this delightful snack will leave everyone wanting more!
Ingredients
- 12 cups popped popcorn
- 4 cups mini pretzels
- 1 cups coated chocolate candies, spring colored
- 2 cups Peeps cereal (substitute Cheerios for a less sweet bunny bait or Fruit Loops)
- 12 oz. white chocolate melts, melted per package directions
- 1/4 tsp. fine popcorn salt (optional)
- 3 T. pastel jammies sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Pop the popcorn according to the package directions. Next, add 12 cups of popped corn to a large mixing bowl, making sure to remove any unpopped kernels.
- Add white chocolate melts into a microwave-safe bowl. Melt according to the package directions.
- Add melted white chocolate to the popcorn. Gently toss to evenly coat all the popcorn.
- While the white chocolate is still ‘wet’, add the pretzels and candies. Continue to gently toss to coat. Last, add in the cereal and toss to coat. Note: Add the Peeps cereal last to preserve the color from getting coated with white chocolate. If using Cheerios, it can be added at the same time as the pretzels and candies.
- Immediately dump the mixture onto a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper and spread out. Sprinkle on pastel or spring jammies sprinkles (optional) and popcorn salt all over the top. Let the mixture harden, about 30 minutes, before breaking it up and storing it in an airtight container or placing it in gift bags.
Notes
Store Bunny Bait mixture in an airtight container for 5-7 days. Best to store in a cool and dry place, away from heat and moisture.
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