Leprechaun Bait Sweet Salty Mix (Printable)
A colorful blend of cereals, pretzels, and popcorn coated in white chocolate with marshmallows and green candies.
# What You Need:
→ Base
01 - 4 cups Rice Chex cereal
02 - 2 cups mini pretzels
03 - 1 cup popcorn (popped, plain or lightly salted)
→ Sweet Additions
04 - 1 cup mini marshmallows
05 - 1 cup green chocolate candies (such as M&Ms)
06 - 1 cup white chocolate chips
07 - 1/2 cup rainbow sprinkles
→ Coating
08 - 1 cup white chocolate, melted
# How To Make It:
01 - Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine Rice Chex cereal, mini pretzels, and popcorn. Mix gently to distribute evenly.
03 - Pour melted white chocolate over the cereal mixture. Gently toss and fold until all pieces are evenly coated.
04 - Add mini marshmallows, green chocolate candies, and white chocolate chips to the coated mixture. Toss gently to distribute without crushing delicate ingredients.
05 - Spread the mixture in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet. Immediately sprinkle rainbow sprinkles over the top before the chocolate begins to set.
06 - Allow the mix to sit at room temperature for 20-30 minutes until the chocolate hardens completely. Break into clusters and serve, or store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The sweet and salty combo keeps everyone coming back for just one more handful
- It comes together in ten minutes flat but looks like you spent forever planning it
02 -
- Work quickly once you add the melted white chocolate or the sprinkles will not stick properly
- Let the chocolate cool slightly before pouring it over the marshmallows so they do not melt completely
03 -
- Melt the white chocolate in thirty second bursts, stirring between each, to avoid seizing
- Use a gentle folding motion when mixing to keep the cereal from crumbling into dust