Description
This Easter Snack Mix is a festive and fun treat that’s perfect for Easter gatherings, parties, or a sweet and salty snack any time of year! A colorful mix of cereals, pretzels, nuts, and M&Ms is coated in melted white chocolate and sprinkled with shredded coconut, creating a delightful and addictive snack that’s easy to make and sure to please a crowd.
Ingredients
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- 3 cups white chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil (optional)
- 4 cups multigrain Cheerios
- 4 cups Rice Chex cereal
- 2 cups pretzel sticks
- 1 cup roasted cashews, optional
- 1 9–ounce bag peanut butter M&M eggs
- 1 cup pastel milk chocolate M&M’s
- 1/2 cup shredded, sweetened coconut
- Extra white chocolate chips, for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Baking Sheet:
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Melt White Chocolate:
- Place the white chocolate chips and coconut oil (if using) in a microwave-safe bowl.
- Microwave for 30 seconds at a time, stirring after each interval, until the chocolate is melted and smooth.
- Note: If you don’t have coconut oil, you can leave it out. It helps the white chocolate firm up a bit more, but it’s not essential.
- Combine Dry Ingredients:
- Mix the Cheerios, Chex, pretzel sticks, and cashews (if using) on the baking sheet.
- Toss them gently to combine.
- Add M&M’s:
- Add half of each version of M&M’s (peanut butter and pastel milk chocolate) to the mix.
- Drizzle with White Chocolate:
- Drizzle the melted white chocolate mixture all over the dry ingredients.
- Toss to Coat:
- Use a spatula or large spoon to gently (and somewhat quickly) toss the mix together until all the pieces are coated with the white chocolate.
- Add Remaining M&M’s and Coconut:
- Sprinkle in the remaining M&M’s and gently toss once more.
- If desired, sprinkle the entire sheet with the shredded coconut.
- You can also sprinkle on more white chocolate chips, if you wish.
- Set:
- Let the mixture set for 20 to 30 minutes, or until the chocolate has hardened.
- Store:
- Transfer to a large bowl or jar that you can cover, or a resealable plastic bag.
- You can definitely make this a day or two ahead of time!
Notes
- Adjust the ingredients to your preferences. You can use different types of cereal, nuts, or candy.
- For a festive touch, use Easter-themed sprinkles or other candies.
- Be gentle when tossing the mix to avoid breaking the cereal and pretzels.
- If the white chocolate starts to harden before you’re finished coating the mix, you can microwave it again for a few seconds.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Serving
- Calories: 300kcal
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg