5 Minute Easter Snack Mix (Sweet and Salty Easter Crack)
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This quick and easy Easter Snack Mix, also known as Easter Crack, is a sweet-and-salty treat you can make in just 5 minutes. It's perfect for Easter entertaining, snacking, homemade gifts, or tucking into Easter baskets.
If you love our seasonal crack mixes-like Christmas Crack or Fall Crack-this Easter version brings the same irresistible crunch with a festive spring twist.
If you're planning your holiday menu, be sure to browse our Easter desserts and Easter brunch recipes for more easy and festive ideas.
What I Love About an Easter Snack Mix
I love how quickly this Easter snack mix comes together. It takes only minutes to make, sets up fast, and adds a cheerful, pastel touch to Easter gatherings, spring snacking, and homemade basket treats.
- Festive and colorful: The pastel candies and marshmallows instantly make it feel Easter-ready.
- Sweet and salty: Crunchy cereal, pretzels, chocolate, and candy are always a delicious combination.
- So quick to make: With just a few ingredients and about 5 minutes, it's one of the easiest holiday treats.
I've linked the ingredients I used below, but this recipe is easy to adapt with whatever festive candies and snacks you find in the Easter aisle.
We make it for casual spring snacking, unexpected guests, and homemade Easter basket treats.
If it looks familiar, it should! I make versions of this snack mix all year long, from Valentine's Day Crack to 4th of July Crack and now, a treat for Easter.
This sweet and salty snack mix is perfect alongside simple desserts like our Easter cakes or as a quick treat to serve after a holiday meal.
Easter Chex Mix Ingredients
The exact measurements are in the recipe card below, but here's what you'll need to make this Easter snack mix:
- Chex cereal: I use Strawberry Vanilla Chex Cereal for its pretty spring color and sweet flavor.
- Pretzels: Mini twists add the perfect salty crunch.
- Marshmallows: Bunny-shaped marshmallows are especially cute here, but pastel mini marshmallows work just as well.
- M&M's: Easter M&M's are a favorite, but any coated chocolate candy works well too.
- White Chocolate: This helps bind the mix together into sweet, crunchy clusters. White melting wafers or regular white chocolate both work.
- Chocolate Easter candy: I used peanut butter chocolate eggs for their pretty design and extra Easter charm, but any favorite seasonal candy can work.
How to Make Easter Snack Mix
Add the cereal, pretzels, marshmallows, and candy-coated chocolates to a large bowl. Gently toss to combine.
Step 1: Melt Chocolate
Meanwhile, melt the white chocolate according to the package directions, either in the microwave or over a double boiler, until smooth.
Step 2: Coat the Chex Mix
Drizzle the melted chocolate over the cereal mixture and gently stir with a spoon or spatula until evenly coated. Add a bit more melted chocolate if needed to lightly coat all of the pieces.
Step 3: Let Dry
Spread the mixture onto a sheet of parchment or wax paper. Tuck in the chocolate egg candies, then let the mix sit for a few minutes, or until the chocolate is set. Break into clusters before serving or storing.
Easter Basket Treats
This Easter snack mix is such a fun and easy homemade treat to tuck into Easter baskets. I love pairing it with a few favorite candies, small gifts, tea bags, coffee shop gift cards, candles, or homemade cookies for a personal touch.
For children's baskets, I like to add this mix alongside candies, plush toys, small games, and gift cards.
For gifting, spoon about ½ cup to 1 cup of the mix into food-safe cellophane treat bags and tie with festive ribbon.d with festive ribbons.
If you're building a basket, you might also love adding a batch of our Easter M&M Cookies or other easy Easter treats.
How to Store
Store Easter snack mix in an airtight container or resealable bag at room temperature for several days.
- For longer storage, refrigerate it in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
- You can also freeze the snack mix in a freezer-safe airtight container for up to 1 month.
Easter Chex Mix Tips FAQs
Yes. Use your favorite cereal and feel free to add other sweet and salty mix-ins like nuts, pastel candies, or extra pretzels.
This snack mix is best within 2 to 3 days at room temperature in an airtight container. For longer storage, refrigerate for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 1 month.
It can be, depending on the ingredients you use. Strawberry Vanilla Chex is gluten-free, but be sure to check labels on the cereal, pretzels, candy, and chocolate you choose.
Serving this for a gathering? It makes a perfect sweet snack alongside your Easter dinner menu or as a light treat to set out for guests throughout the day.
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Easter Snack Mix Recipe
Ingredients
- 6 cups Strawberry Vanilla Chex Cereal or your favorite Chex cereal
- 1 cup mini twist pretzels
- 1 cup Bunny Shaped Marshmallows or mini marshmallows
- 2-3 cups Easter M&Ms or any pastel colored candies
- 24 oz White Chocolate for melting
- 10-12 Chocolate Easter Eggs any variety or brand you like
Instructions
- In a large bowl combine the cereal, pretzels, marshmallows, and M&Ms. Mix them up a bit to evenly distribute.
- Meanwhile, over a double boiler, or in the microwave, melt the white chocolate according to package instructions.
- Once the chocolate is melted and smooth, drizzle it over the cereal mixture and combine it with a spoon or even your hands. Be sure the cereal mixture is evenly coated with chocolate. Melt a little more white chocolate if needed!
- Spread the mixture onto a large sheet of parchment or wax paper. Tuck in the chocolate Easter eggs and let it harden for a few minutes. Break it into serving size pieces and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator or freezer.
Notes
- Use good-quality white chocolate or melting wafers for the smoothest coating and best flavor.
- If the chocolate begins to set too quickly while mixing, gently warm it again before continuing.
- Swap Strawberry Vanilla Chex with Rice Chex, Corn Chex, or your favorite cereal.
- Add peanuts, almonds, or cashews for extra crunch.
- Mix in pastel sprinkles or shredded coconut for added texture and color.
- Substitute white chocolate with milk or dark chocolate for a richer flavor.
- This snack mix is perfect for making ahead. Prepare it a day or two before serving and store in an airtight container.
- Store at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Refrigerate for up to 1 week.
- Freeze in an airtight container for up to 1 month. Let it come to room temperature before serving.
- Package in cellophane treat bags tied with ribbon for easy Easter gifts or basket additions.
Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.
More Easy Snack Mix Recipes
- 5 Minute Christmas Crack
- Valentine's Day Crack Snack Mix
- 4th of July Chex Mix (5 Minutes)
- Fall Crack (aka Fall Snack Chex Mix)
Easter Desserts
- Lemon Easter Lamb Cake (German Osterlamm)
- Easy Easter Cake Recipes
- How to Make a Bonbon Tree for Afternoon Tea
- Honey-Sweetened Strawberry Fool with Yogurt
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Seasonal or holiday snack mixes are one of my favorite desserts or snacks to make. They're easy and fun and festive all at the same time. But the Easter Mix is exceptionally delicious and fun. I love walking down the aisles or the market searching for festive and fun treats to include!