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15 Festive Easter Snack Mix Recipes

February 25, 2026

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Easter snacking is its own special category of eating. It’s not quite a meal, not quite dessert—it’s the handful of something sweet and salty you grab while the kids hunt for eggs or while you’re waiting for the ham to finish resting. Snack mix is perfect for exactly these moments.

The beauty of snack mix is how forgiving it is. You don’t need to follow a recipe perfectly. You don’t need to worry about baking times or temperatures. You just combine things in a bowl and watch people gravitate toward it all afternoon. And because Easter candy is everywhere right now, you’ve got endless ways to make it feel festive.

I’ve rounded up 15 snack mix recipes that range from classic to creative. Some use white chocolate and pastel M&M’s. Others go the peanut butter route. A few sneak in popcorn or unexpected candies. All of them come together in minutes and disappear just as fast.

1. Classic Bunny Bait

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This is the recipe that started it all—the perfect balance of crunchy cereal, salty pretzels, and sweet white chocolate, all dressed up in pastel colors. It’s called Bunny Bait for a reason: once you start eating it, you can’t stop.

Recipe Metadata:

Time to Make: 20 minutes

Servings: 10-12

Ingredients:

3½ cups Rice Chex cereal
3½ cups honey nut Cheerios
1½ cups pretzel sticks
½ cup salted peanuts
16 oz vanilla almond bark, chopped
10 oz Easter M&M’s
½ cup butterscotch chips

Recipe Steps:

Line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, combine Rice Chex, honey nut Cheerios, pretzel sticks, and peanuts.
Melt almond bark in a microwave-safe dish in 15-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth.
Pour melted almond bark over dry mixture and toss until coated.
Gently fold in Easter M&M’s and butterscotch chips.
Spread mixture on prepared pan and let set at room temperature for about 45 minutes.
Break into pieces and serve.

2. White Chocolate Easter Snack Mix

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This version keeps things simple and lets the white chocolate shine. The coating is smooth and creamy, and the pastel candies add just the right pop of color.

Recipe Metadata:

Time to Make: 25 minutes

Servings: 10-12

Ingredients:

6 cups crispy rice cereal
2 cups mini pretzel twists
1 cup salted peanuts (or almonds)
1 cup white chocolate chips
1 cup pastel M&M’s
½ cup candy conversation hearts
½ cup dried cranberries (optional)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Recipe Steps:

In a large bowl, combine cereal, pretzels, and peanuts.
Melt white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth. Stir in vanilla.
Drizzle melted chocolate over cereal mixture and toss gently to coat.
Fold in M&M’s, conversation hearts, and dried cranberries.
Spread on a parchment-lined baking sheet and let cool for 30 minutes until set.
Break into pieces and store in an airtight container.

3. Easter Chex Party Mix

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The folks at Chex know what they’re doing. This official recipe adds a dusting of powdered sugar for extra sweetness and uses vanilla candy coating for a perfectly smooth finish .

Recipe Metadata:

Time to Make: 25 minutes

Servings: 12-15

Ingredients:

6 cups Rice Chex or Corn Chex cereal
2 cups miniature marshmallows
1 cup mini pretzel twists
15 oz vanilla candy coating (almond bark)
3 tablespoons holiday sprinkles
¼ cup powdered sugar
1 cup pastel M&M’s

Recipe Steps:

Line a large rimmed baking sheet with waxed paper.
In a large bowl, mix cereal, marshmallows, and pretzels.
In a microwave-safe bowl, microwave candy coating uncovered on High for 60-90 seconds, stirring after 1 minute, until almost melted. Stir until smooth.
Pour over cereal mixture and mix well.
Spread on prepared sheet and sprinkle with holiday sprinkles. Cool completely, about 15 minutes.
Break into bite-size pieces.
Place coated pieces and powdered sugar in a resealable bag. Seal and shake to coat.
In a serving bowl, mix coated cereal mixture and chocolate candies.

4. Strawberry Yogurt Pretzel Bunny Bait

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This one uses strawberry yogurt pretzels for a fruity twist. The pink and white color scheme is perfect for Easter, and the yogurt coating adds a tangy sweetness .

Recipe Metadata:

Time to Make: 25 minutes

Servings: 8-10

Ingredients:

4 cups Rice Chex cereal
2 cups Honey Nut Cheerios
1 cup mini marshmallows
10 oz white vanilla melting wafers
1 cup strawberry yogurt pretzels (mini if available)
1 cup pastel M&M’s

Recipe Steps:

In a large bowl, combine Rice Chex, Cheerios, and mini marshmallows.
Melt melting wafers according to package instructions, stirring until completely smooth.
Pour melted white chocolate over the Chex mixture and gently stir to coat evenly.
Spread mixture onto parchment paper in a flat layer.
Allow to harden for 10-15 minutes.
Transfer to a serving bowl and add strawberry yogurt pretzels and pastel M&M’s.
Toss to combine and serve.

5. Butterscotch Bunny Bait

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Butterscotch chips add a rich, buttery depth that plain white chocolate doesn’t have. Paired with honey nut Cheerios and salted peanuts, this version hits all the sweet and salty notes .

Recipe Metadata:

Time to Make: 30 minutes

Servings: 10-12

Ingredients:

3½ cups Rice Chex cereal
3½ cups honey nut Cheerios
1½ cups pretzel sticks
½ cup salted peanuts
16 oz vanilla almond bark
10 oz Easter M&M’s
½ cup butterscotch chips

Recipe Steps:

In a large bowl, combine Rice Chex, honey nut Cheerios, pretzel sticks, and peanuts.
Melt almond bark in a microwave-safe dish in 15-second intervals until smooth.
Pour melted almond bark over cereal mixture and toss until well combined.
Gently fold in Easter M&M’s and butterscotch chips.
Transfer to a lined sheet pan and spread evenly.
Allow to set at room temperature for about 45 minutes until firm.
Break into pieces and serve.

6. Gluten-Free Bunny Bait

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Everyone deserves Easter treats. This version uses gluten-free pretzels and dairy-free chocolate, so those with sensitivities can enjoy it too. The bunny graham crackers add a festive touch .

Recipe Metadata:

Time to Make: 20 minutes

Servings: 8-10

Ingredients:

2 cups Rice Chex
1 cup gluten-free pretzels
1 cup gluten-free bunny grahams (Annie’s brand)
1 cup Cheerios
½ cup dairy-free chocolate peanut gems
½ cup dairy-free chocolate gems
1¾ cups vegan white chocolate chips
2 teaspoons coconut oil
Gluten-free pastel sprinkles (optional)

Recipe Steps:

Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, combine Rice Chex, pretzels, bunny grahams, Cheerios, and chocolate gems.
Melt vegan white chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth.
Drizzle melted chocolate over cereal mixture and quickly stir to coat.
Spread mixture onto prepared baking sheet in an even layer.
Sprinkle with pastel sprinkles if using.
Let cool at room temperature until chocolate hardens, about 30 minutes.
Break into pieces and store in an airtight container.

7. Popcorn Bunny Bait

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Adding popcorn to the mix increases the volume and adds a light, airy texture. The popcorn soaks up some of the white chocolate while staying crunchy, creating a totally different eating experience .

Recipe Metadata:

Time to Make: 25 minutes

Servings: 10-12

Ingredients:

6 cups popped popcorn (lightly salted)
2 cups crispy rice cereal
1 cup pretzel sticks, broken
12 oz white candy melts
1-2 tablespoons spring sprinkles
½ cup SweeTARTS Soft Bites Bunnies
½ cup small fruity Easter candies

Recipe Steps:

In a very large bowl, combine popcorn, rice cereal, and pretzels.
Melt candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second bursts, stirring between each, until smooth.
Pour melted candy over dry ingredients and fold gently until all pieces are coated.
While chocolate is still wet, fold in sprinkles and all candies gently.
Spread evenly on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Let sit at room temperature for 15-20 minutes until chocolate is firm.
Break into clusters and serve.

8. Chocolate Lover’s Easter Snack Mix

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For those who think white chocolate doesn’t count as real chocolate, this version uses dark chocolate as the base. The bitterness of the dark chocolate balances the sweetness of the Easter candies perfectly .

Recipe Metadata:

Time to Make: 25 minutes

Servings: 8-10

Ingredients:

2½ cups Chex cereal
1 cup pretzels
1 cup Cheerios
4 tablespoons salted butter
12 oz dark chocolate chips
¾ cup holiday M&M’s
½ cup jelly beans
¼ cup pink or purple melting chocolate
Festive sprinkles

Recipe Steps:

In a large bowl, toss together Chex, pretzels, and Cheerios.
In a medium saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Stir in dark chocolate chips until smooth.
Working in three increments, add melted chocolate to dry mix, tossing after each addition.
Turn mixture out onto a parchment-lined baking sheet into a single layer.
While chocolate is still tacky, sprinkle with M&M’s, jelly beans, and sprinkles.
Melt pink or purple melting chocolate and drizzle over the mixture.
Allow chocolate to set, then break into pieces.

9. Jelly Bean Easter Snack Mix

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Jelly beans add a chewy texture that contrasts perfectly with the crunchy cereal and pretzels. This version also includes a colorful drizzle for extra visual appeal .

Recipe Metadata:

Time to Make: 30 minutes

Servings: 10-12

Ingredients:

2½ cups Chex cereal
1 cup pretzels
1 cup Cheerios
4 tablespoons salted butter
12 oz vanilla almond bark
¾ cup holiday M&M’s
½ cup jelly beans
¼ cup pink or purple melting chocolate
Festive sprinkles

Recipe Steps:

In a large bowl, toss together Chex, pretzels, and Cheerios.
In a medium saucepan, melt butter over low heat. Stir in almond bark until smooth.
Working in three increments, add melted chocolate to dry mix, tossing after each addition.
Turn mixture out onto a parchment-lined baking sheet into a single layer.
While chocolate is still tacky, sprinkle with M&M’s, jelly beans, and sprinkles.
Melt pink or purple melting chocolate and drizzle over the mixture.
Allow chocolate to set, then break into pieces.

10. Peanut Butter Cup Easter Snack Mix

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For the peanut butter lovers at your gathering. Mini peanut butter cups, peanut M&M’s, and honey-roasted peanuts create a rich, nutty base that’s impossible to resist.

Recipe Metadata:

Time to Make: 20 minutes

Servings: 12-15

Ingredients:

3 cups Chex cereal
2 cups mini pretzels
1 cup honey-roasted peanuts
1 cup mini peanut butter cups, halved
1 cup peanut M&M’s
12 oz white chocolate chips
½ cup peanut butter chips

Recipe Steps:

In a large bowl, combine Chex, pretzels, and peanuts.
Melt white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth.
Pour melted white chocolate over cereal mixture and stir until evenly coated.
Spread mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
While still wet, sprinkle with halved peanut butter cups and peanut M&M’s.
Melt peanut butter chips and drizzle over the top.
Let set at room temperature until firm, about 30 minutes.
Break into pieces and serve.

11. Fruity Easter Bunny Mix

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This version skips the chocolate for those who prefer fruity flavors. Bright, chewy, and colorful, it’s like spring in a bowl.

Recipe Metadata:

Time to Make: 10 minutes

Servings: 10-12

Ingredients:

2 cups fruit-flavored cereal (like Froot Loops)
1 cup yogurt-covered raisins
1 cup dried pineapple pieces
1 cup dried mango slices, chopped
1 cup bunny fruit snacks
1 cup pastel jelly beans
½ cup shredded coconut

Recipe Steps:

In a large bowl, combine fruit cereal, yogurt raisins, dried pineapple, dried mango, bunny fruit snacks, and jelly beans.
Gently toss to combine.
Sprinkle shredded coconut over the top and toss lightly.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

12. S’mores Easter Snack Mix

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This creative twist combines the flavors of s’mores with Easter colors. Mini marshmallows and crushed graham crackers give it that campfire feel, while pastel M&M’s make it festive.

Recipe Metadata:

Time to Make: 25 minutes

Servings: 10-12

Ingredients:

3 cups golden graham cereal
1½ cups mini pretzels
1½ cups mini marshmallows
12 oz vanilla almond bark
1 cup pastel M&M’s
1 cup crushed graham crackers
¼ cup chocolate chips for drizzling

Recipe Steps:

In a large bowl, combine golden graham cereal, mini pretzels, and mini marshmallows.
Melt almond bark in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth.
Pour melted almond bark over cereal mixture and stir until evenly coated.
Spread mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
While still wet, sprinkle with crushed graham crackers and pastel M&M’s.
Melt chocolate chips and drizzle over the top.
Let set at room temperature until firm, about 30 minutes.
Break into pieces and serve.

13. Birthday Cake Easter Snack Mix

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This one tastes like a party. The combination of birthday cake-flavored cereal, white chocolate, and funfetti creates a mix that’s sweet, nostalgic, and totally irresistible.

Recipe Metadata:

Time to Make: 10 minutes

Servings: 10-12

Ingredients:

2 cups birthday cake cereal
1 cup white chocolate chips
1 cup pastel M&M’s
1 cup animal crackers
1 cup mini marshmallows
½ cup funfetti sprinkles
½ cup yogurt-covered pretzels

Recipe Steps:

In a large bowl, combine birthday cake cereal, white chocolate chips, pastel M&M’s, animal crackers, mini marshmallows, and yogurt pretzels.
Gently toss to combine.
Add funfetti sprinkles and toss until evenly distributed.
Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

14. Lemon Blueberry Easter Snack Mix

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Bright, citrusy, and perfect for spring. The lemon and blueberry flavors complement each other beautifully, and the white chocolate adds just the right amount of sweetness.

Recipe Metadata:

Time to Make: 10 minutes

Servings: 8-10

Ingredients:

2 cups lemon-flavored cookies or cereal
1 cup dried blueberries
1 cup white chocolate chips
1 cup yogurt-covered pretzels
1 cup pastel M&M’s
½ cup shredded coconut
1 tablespoon lemon zest (optional)

Recipe Steps:

In a large bowl, combine lemon cookies or cereal, dried blueberries, white chocolate chips, yogurt pretzels, and pastel M&M’s.
Gently toss to combine.
Add shredded coconut and lemon zest if using. Toss lightly.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

15. Nut-Free Easter Snack Mix

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Perfect for school parties or gatherings with allergy concerns. This version skips the nuts but loads up on all the good stuff—pretzels, cereal, and plenty of Easter candy .

Recipe Metadata:

Time to Make: 20 minutes

Servings: 12-15

Ingredients:

2 cups Rice Chex
2 cups gluten-free pretzels
1 cup gluten-free bunny grahams
1 cup Cheerios
1 cup pastel M&M’s (or dairy-free chocolate gems)
1 cup mini marshmallows
1¾ cups vegan white chocolate chips
2 teaspoons coconut oil
Pastel sprinkles (optional)

Recipe Steps:

Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, combine Rice Chex, pretzels, bunny grahams, Cheerios, and M&M’s.
Melt vegan white chocolate and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth.
Drizzle melted chocolate over cereal mixture and quickly stir to coat.
Spread mixture onto prepared baking sheet in an even layer.
Sprinkle with pastel sprinkles if using.
Let cool at room temperature until chocolate hardens, about 30 minutes.
Break into pieces and store in an airtight container.

Olivia Johnson

Stay-at-home mum of three, foodie, and recipe developer. Editor-in-Chief at Mummy-Time.com and proud homesteader. With a passion for homemade meals and real-life parenting, I create and test family-friendly recipes that work for busy households. When I’m not in the kitchen or behind the scenes at Mummy-Time, you’ll find me tending to our garden, preserving food, or finding simple ways to make home life easier. I believe good food, a bit of planning, and a lot of love can go a long way.