This Bunny Bait recipe is a sweet and salty gluten-free snack mix perfect for Easter and spring celebrations. Made with Rice Chex, Cheerios, gluten-free pretzels, dairy-free chocolate gems, bunny graham crackers, and coated in vegan white chocolate, it’s a no-bake treat that comes together in minutes. Gluten-free and dairy-free.
This Bunny Bait is as fun to make as it is to eat. A sweet Chex mix that’s both allergy-friendly and customizable. It's a perfect balance of sweet and salty for an Easter celebration, spring event, birthday parties, or even movie nights! In addition to other Easter favorites like peanut butter eggs and birds nest cookies, this bunny bait trail mix is one the whole family will love!
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Why you'll love this recipe
- No-bake & quick to make – just melt, mix, and let it set!
- Kid-friendly & customizable – easy to swap in favorite mix-ins.
- Perfect for spring holidays – ideal for Easter parties or gifting.
- Gluten-free & dairy-free
Ingredients and substitutions
Here are a few quick notes about the main ingredients in this recipe. The recipe card below has a complete list of ingredients and instructions.
Rice Chex & Cheerios – Perfect for a crispy, crunchy cereal base. Use rice Chex cereal and regular Cheerios.
Gluten-free mini pretzels – Creates a great crunch and a salty bite. Use pretzel sticks or twists.
Gluten-free bunny grahams – These add a festive charm and a delicious graham cracker flavor. I use the Annie's brand gluten-free bunny grahams. Substitute with gluten-free animal crackers, broken gluten-free graham crackers, small gluten-free cookies, or mini marshmallows.
Dairy-free chocolate gems & peanut chocolate gems – Colorful and allergy-friendly! I use the Unreal brand. Substitute with regular dairy-free chocolate chips or chunks. Dairy not an issue? Feel free to use pastel M&M candies. For a nut-free option, use pastel jelly beans.
Vegan white chocolate chips + coconut oil – melted together to bind and coat.
Pastel sprinkles (optional) – for extra sparkle, add some Easter sprinkles! Use fun sprinkles with bright pastel colors.
How to make bunny bait
Step 1: Prepare a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper or wax paper. Combine the dry ingredients – Chex, Cheerios, pretzels, bunny grahams, and chocolate gems – in a large mixing bowl
Step 2: Melt white chocolate with coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl and heat in the microwave for 30-second intervals. stirring until smooth.
Step 3: Pour the melted white chocolate over the dry ingredients and gently stir to coat evenly.
Step 4: Spread the cereal mixture onto the prepared baking sheet in an even layer. Top with sprinkles, if using. Let set at room temperature until firm.
Recipe tips
- Stir the white chocolate and coconut oil after each 30-second interval to avoid it overheating and seizing.
- The mix may clump if not stirred quickly after adding the melted chocolate. Work quickly to evenly distribute the white chocolate coating.
How to store
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or refrigerate to extend freshness. These can also be kept in individual treat bags.
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📖 Recipe
Bunny Bait (Easter Chex Mix)
Ingredients
- 2 cups Rice Chex
- 1 cup gluten-free pretzels
- 1 cup gluten-free bunny grahams I use Annie's brand
- 1 cup Cheerios
- ½ cup dairy-free chocolate peanut gems I use UnReal brand
- ½ cup dairy-free chocolate gems
- 1 ¾ cups vegan white chocolate chips
- 2 teaspoons coconut oil
- gluten-free pastel sprinkles optional
Instructions
- Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the Rice Chex, pretzels, bunny grahams, Cheerios, chocolate gems, and peanut chocolate gems.
- Melt the vegan white chocolate and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth.
- Drizzle the melted white chocolate over the cereal mixture and quickly stir to coat.
- Spread the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet in an even layer. Sprinkle the pastel sprinkles on top if using. Let the mix cool at room temperature until the chocolate hardens (about 30 minutes).
- Break into pieces and store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Notes
- The mix may clump if not stirred quickly after adding the melted chocolate. Work quickly to evenly distribute the white chocolate coating.
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