Adorable Easter Bunny Chow Recipe for Sweet Holiday Treats
Chocolate-coated easter bunny chow delights kids and adults with its irresistible crunch and sweet charm.
Snacking becomes a playful adventure when you mix this treat.
Crispy cereal pieces dance in a sugary coating that melts instantly.
Pastel sprinkles add whimsical color to the mix, making each bite feel like a celebration.
Homemade treats spark joy and create memories you’ll treasure.
Customize the recipe with your favorite chocolate or toppings for a personal twist.
Grab a handful and let the delicious magic begin!
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Easter Bunny Chow Ingredient Guide
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Step 1: Melt Chocolatey Goodness
Grab a microwave-safe bowl and combine:Zap in 20-second bursts, stirring between each round until everything transforms into a silky smooth mixture. Splash in vanilla extract and give it a final stir.
Step 2: Coat Cereal Perfectly
Pour Chex cereal into a spacious mixing bowl. Drizzle the melted chocolate mixture over the cereal, then gently fold and swirl until every single piece gets a luxurious chocolate embrace.
Step 3: Sugar Shower
Transfer the chocolate-covered cereal into a large resealable bag or container. Rain down powdered sugar, seal tightly, and shake vigorously. Dance around your kitchen while shaking to ensure complete sugar coverage!
Step 4: Festive Finishing Touches
Tumble the sugar-coated cereal into a clean mixing bowl. Tenderly fold in:Mix until the treats look like a celebration of spring.
Step 5: Serve and Enjoy
Serve immediately for maximum crunch and fun. These treats can hang out in an airtight container at room temperature for a whole week- but they probably won’t last that long!
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The main difference is the addition of pastel M&Ms and spring-themed sprinkles, which give this version a festive Easter twist compared to classic Puppy Chow.
Yes, you can substitute white chocolate chips with milk or dark chocolate chips, though this will change the overall flavor and color of the Easter Bunny Chow.
Absolutely! Kids can help with mixing cereal, adding sprinkles, and shaking the bag with powdered sugar, making it a fun family activity.
Microwave in short 20-second intervals, stirring between each interval, and stop heating as soon as the mixture is smooth to avoid burning the chocolate.
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Easter Bunny Chow Recipe
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 10 1x
Description
Irresistible Easter Bunny Chow elevates classic snack mix with pastel-colored white chocolate and playful spring sprinkles. Crisp cereal coated in sweet layers creates perfect party treat that delights guests of all ages.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients:
- 6 cups rice chex or corn chex cereal
- 1 cup (175 g / 6.2 ounces) white chocolate chips or white candy melts
- 1 cup (150 g / 5.3 ounces) pastel-colored m&ms or similar candies
Binding/Flavoring Ingredients:
- ¼ cup (60 g / 2.1 ounces) peanut butter (or substitute with almond butter or cookie butter)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Coating Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups (180 g / 6.3 ounces) powdered sugar
- ½ cup (60 g / 2.1 ounces) pastel sprinkles
Instructions
- Prepare a spacious microwave-safe bowl and select high-quality white chocolate chips, creamy peanut butter, and unsalted butter. Melt these ingredients together using short microwave intervals, stirring carefully between each heating cycle to prevent scorching. Once smoothly integrated, incorporate fragrant vanilla extract into the glossy mixture.
- Select a generously sized mixing vessel and carefully pour the crisp Chex cereal into the container. Gently drizzle the warm, velvety chocolate blend over the cereal, using a soft spatula to ensure every morsel receives an even, luxurious coating.
- Transfer the chocolate-enrobed cereal into a large resealable plastic bag or lidded container. Gradually introduce powdered sugar, then vigorously shake the vessel to create a uniform, snow-white dusting that completely encases each cereal piece.
- Empty the sugar-coated mixture into a clean mixing bowl. Delicately fold in festive pastel M&Ms and whimsical sprinkles, distributing the colorful elements throughout the sweet treat with gentle, deliberate movements.
- For optimal enjoyment, serve immediately, allowing guests to appreciate the crisp texture and vibrant appearance. Alternatively, store in an airtight container at ambient temperature, preserving freshness for up to seven days.
Notes
- Swap out regular white chocolate chips for dairy-free alternatives to make this treat suitable for those with lactose intolerance.
- Use gluten-free Chex cereal to create a celiac-friendly version of this sweet snack.
- Experiment with different extracts like almond or coconut to add unique flavor dimensions to the chocolate coating.
- Prevent clumping by ensuring the cereal is completely cool before adding powdered sugar, which helps achieve an even, light coating.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 10
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 29 g
- Sodium: 70 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
Daves Miller
Contributing Chef & Culinary Educator
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Sullivan University, Louisville, Kentucky
White Mountains Community College, Berlin, New Hampshire
Daves is the friendly face guiding you through flavorful, fuss-free recipes at Picture Perfect Meals.
He studied culinary arts at Sullivan University and embraced Baking and Pastry Arts at White Mountains Community College. Daves specializes in comforting meals with vibrant flavors, highlighting fresh, seasonal ingredients.