Why You’ll Love Easter Bunny Chow Recipe
This Easter Bunny Chow is:
• Easy to make — just a few simple steps and no oven required
• Crowd‑pleasing — sweet, crunchy, chocolaty, and festive with pastel candies
• Customizable — switch up the candies or mix‑ins to suit your taste or holiday theme
Ingredients
(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)
• 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1 cup milk chocolate chips
• 1 tsp vanilla
• 9 cups Chex cereal
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 1 cup Easter M&Ms
• Spring/Easter sprinkles
Directions
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Combine the peanut butter, butter, and chocolate chips in a microwavable bowl.
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Microwave for about 1 minute, then stir until the mixture is melted and smooth.
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Stir in the vanilla.
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Pour the chocolate mixture over the cereal in a large bowl with a cover. Cover and shake until the cereal is evenly coated.
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Sprinkle the powdered sugar over the coated cereal, cover, and shake again until everything is well coated.
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Add Easter M&Ms and sprinkles, then gently toss to distribute.
Servings and timing
• Makes about a large bowl of snack mix — great for sharing
• Prep time: ~10–15 minutes
• No cook time — this is a no‑bake recipe
Variations
• Swap the chocolate chips for white or dark chocolate for a different flavor
• Add mini marshmallows or pretzel sticks for extra texture
• Use different candies like Cadbury Mini Eggs or pastel chocolate pieces
Storage/Reheating
• Store leftover Bunny Chow in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days
• There’s no reheating needed — just serve as‑is
FAQs
What is Bunny Chow?
Easter Bunny Chow is a sweet snack mix made by coating cereal in a chocolate‑peanut butter mixture and powdered sugar, then tossing with festive candies.
Can I use a different cereal?
Yes — rice Chex is traditional, but you can use corn Chex or other similar cereals.
Is this gluten‑free?
It can be if you use gluten‑free cereal and check that your candies are gluten‑free.
Can I make it nut‑free?
Substitute sunflower seed butter or another nut‑free spread for the peanut butter.
How long will it stay fresh?
Stored in an airtight container, it stays fresh about 3–5 days.
Can I add marshmallows?
Yes — mini marshmallows make a fun addition, just add them after the powdered sugar step.
Can I double the recipe?
Absolutely — just double the ingredients and use a bigger bowl.
Does it need to be refrigerated?
No — room temperature storage is fine for a few days.
What candies work best?
Pastel Easter M&Ms, Cadbury Mini Eggs, or other holiday‑themed candies are great.
Is this suitable for kids to help make?
Yes — kids can help shake the cereal and add candies.
Conclusion
Easter Bunny Chow is an easy, festive, and delicious treat you can make in minutes with simple ingredients. It’s perfect for holiday parties, dessert tables, or just snacking anytime during spring. Enjoy customizing it to your taste and sharing it with friends and family!
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- Author: Mia
- Total Time: 12 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Easter Bunny Chow is a festive twist on traditional puppy chow (or muddy buddies), made with white chocolate, pastel candies, and rice cereal. It’s a sweet and crunchy treat perfect for springtime celebrations and Easter parties.
Ingredients
- 6 cups Rice Chex cereal
- 1 1/2 cups white chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup Easter M&Ms (or other pastel chocolate candies)
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- Optional: pastel sprinkles
Instructions
- Pour Rice Chex cereal into a large mixing bowl and set aside.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine white chocolate chips and butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring each time, until fully melted and smooth.
- Stir in vanilla extract.
- Pour the melted chocolate mixture over the cereal and gently stir until all the cereal is coated.
- Place the coated cereal into a large zip-top bag and add powdered sugar. Seal the bag and shake until all the cereal is coated with sugar.
- Pour the mixture onto a baking sheet and let it cool completely.
- Once cooled, mix in Easter M&Ms, mini marshmallows, and optional pastel sprinkles.
- Store in an airtight container until ready to serve.
Notes
- You can use candy melts instead of white chocolate chips for more vibrant colors.
- Try using different pastel candies or cereal shapes for variety.
- Great for gift bags or Easter basket treats.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
