Easter Bunny Chow Recipe

Introduction

Easter Bunny Chow is a delightful mix of creamy peanut butter, rich chocolate, and colorful festive treats. This easy-to-make snack is perfect for sharing during spring celebrations or as a sweet treat anytime. Ready in just minutes, it’s sure to bring smiles to your holiday gatherings.

A close-up of a white bowl filled with nuts and candy coated almonds covered in powdered sugar. The mix shows layers of light brown nuts dusted with white powder at the bottom, topped with colorful candy almonds in bright pink, green, orange, blue, and purple scattered on top, adding a pop of vibrant color. Some candy almonds are also placed outside the bowl on a white marbled surface. The bowl has a simple smooth design and is placed at the center of the image. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 cup milk chocolate chips
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 6 cups Chex cereal
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 cup Easter M&Ms
  • 1/2 cup spring/Easter sprinkles

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a microwavable bowl, combine creamy peanut butter, butter, and milk chocolate chips.
  2. Step 2: Microwave the mixture for 1 minute, then stir until smooth and creamy.
  3. Step 3: Stir in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
  4. Step 4: Pour the chocolate mixture over the Chex cereal in a large bowl with a cover.
  5. Step 5: Sprinkle powdered sugar over the coated cereal.
  6. Step 6: Add Easter M&Ms and spring/Easter sprinkles, then gently toss everything together until evenly mixed.

Tips & Variations

  • Use crunchy peanut butter instead of creamy for added texture.
  • Swap milk chocolate chips with white or dark chocolate to suit your taste.
  • Add other festive candies or nuts for extra flavor and crunch.
  • For a lighter version, reduce the powdered sugar or use a sugar substitute.

Storage

Store Easter Bunny Chow in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week to maintain freshness and crunch. If it softens, you can briefly chill it in the refrigerator before serving. Avoid storing in humid environments to keep the coating crisp.

How to Serve

A close-up image of a white bowl filled with a mix of powdered sugar-coated nuts and colorful candy-coated almonds. The top layer shows bright pink, green, orange, and blue candies scattered among the light brown nuts dusted with white powder. The bowl sits on a surface with a white marbled texture with some candy-coated almonds scattered around it. In the background, there is a blurred white bowl filled with similar nuts and candies. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this recipe nut-free?

This recipe relies on peanut butter for flavor, but you can substitute it with sunflower seed butter or another nut-free spread for a similar taste and texture.

How long does Easter Bunny Chow last?

When stored properly in an airtight container at room temperature, the snack stays fresh and crunchy for about 5 to 7 days.

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Easter Bunny Chow Recipe


  • Author: anna
  • Total Time: 16 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Description

Easter Bunny Chow is a festive and delicious dessert snack featuring a delightful combination of creamy peanut butter, milk chocolate, crunchy Chex cereal, and colorful Easter-themed M&Ms and sprinkles. This sweet treat is perfect for celebrating spring holidays and sharing with family and friends.


Ingredients

Scale

For the Sweet Mixture

  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 cup milk chocolate chips
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Cereal Base

  • 6 cups Chex cereal

For the Sweet Coating

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 cup Easter M&Ms
  • 1/2 cup spring/Easter sprinkles

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chocolate Mixture: Combine the creamy peanut butter, butter, and milk chocolate chips in a microwavable bowl. Microwave for 1 minute, then stir thoroughly until the mixture is fully melted, smooth, and creamy.
  2. Add Vanilla: Stir in the vanilla extract into the melted chocolate and peanut butter mixture to enhance the flavor evenly.
  3. Mix with Cereal: Pour the warm chocolate mixture over the 6 cups of Chex cereal in a large bowl that has a cover to allow shaking later.
  4. Add Powdered Sugar: Sprinkle the powdered sugar over the cereal and chocolate mixture to coat it well and add sweetness.
  5. Add Decorative Mix-ins: Add the Easter M&Ms and spring/Easter sprinkles to the coated cereal mixture, then gently toss everything together until the ingredients are well combined and evenly distributed.

Notes

  • Store the Easter Bunny Chow in an airtight container to maintain freshness and crunchiness.
  • Feel free to customize with your favorite mix-ins such as nuts, different candies, or gluten-free cereal for dietary preferences.
  • This treat is best consumed within a week for optimal taste and texture.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 minute
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Microwaving
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Easter Bunny Chow, peanut butter chocolate snack, holiday dessert, festive treat, Chex mix dessert, Easter snack

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