Easter Snack Mix Recipe
This quick and easy Easter Snack Mix (also known as Easter Crack) is a sweet and salty treat made with cereal, pretzels, white chocolate, and festive Easter candy. It comes together in minutes and is perfect for Easter entertaining, gifting, or filling holiday baskets.
Servings: 24 servings
Calories: 198kcal
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
Recipe Tips
- 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.
Nutrition
Calories: 198kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 120mg | Potassium: 54mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 168IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 70mg | Iron: 3mg