Description
This Easter Snack Mix is a delightful and colorful treat perfect for springtime celebrations. Combining crunchy multigrain cereal, pretzels, nuts, and pastel M&M’s, all drizzled with creamy white chocolate, this mix is a sweet and salty snack that’s easy to prepare and sure to please a crowd.
Ingredients
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Chocolate Mixture
- 3 cups white chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil (optional)
Snack Mix
- 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
- ½ cup shredded, sweetened coconut
- Extra white chocolate chips, for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to create a non-stick base for mixing your snack ingredients.
- Melt White Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the white chocolate chips and coconut oil (if using). Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until the chocolate is melted and smooth.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: On the lined baking sheet, combine the multigrain Cheerios, Rice Chex, pretzel sticks, and roasted cashews if using. Toss gently to evenly mix.
- Add M&M’s: Add half of both the peanut butter M&M eggs and pastel milk chocolate M&M’s to the mix, evenly distributing the colorful candies.
- Drizzle Chocolate: Pour the melted white chocolate evenly over the dry mix on the baking sheet.
- Toss to Coat: Quickly but gently toss the mixture with a spatula or large spoon so that all the pieces are coated in the white chocolate.
- Finish with M&M’s and Coconut: Sprinkle the remaining M&M’s and shredded coconut over the mix, then gently toss once more to combine.
- Optional Toppings: If you like, sprinkle extra white chocolate chips on top for added texture and sweetness.
- Set the Mixture: Allow the mixture to set at room temperature for 20 to 30 minutes or until the white chocolate has fully hardened.
- Store: Transfer the finished Easter Snack Mix to a large bowl, airtight container, or resealable plastic bag to store until ready to serve.
Notes
- If coconut oil is not available, it can be omitted; it helps white chocolate firm up but is not essential.
- Use parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- This snack mix keeps well at room temperature when stored in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
- For a nut-free version, simply omit the cashews.
- Be gentle when mixing to avoid breaking the pretzels and M&M’s too much.
