St. Patrick’s Day Leprechaun Bait: Catch A Little Luck With Our Magical Recipe!
St. Patrick’s Day Leprechaun Bait: Catch A Little Luck With Our Magical Recipe!
This Leprechaun Bait is a magically delicious snack mix! A sweet and salty treat packed with Chex, pretzels, popcorn, white chocolate, and Lucky Charms—perfect for St. Patrick’s Day!
Large Mixing Bowl – To combine all the dry ingredients.
Microwave-Safe Bowl – For melting the white chocolate.
Silicone Spatula or Spoon – To mix and coat the ingredients evenly.
Measuring Cups & Spoons – For accurate ingredient measurements.
Parchment Paper or Baking Sheet – To spread the mixture and let it set.
Microwave or Double Boiler – For melting the white chocolate smoothly.
Ingredientes
3cupsChex cereal (corn or rice)
2cupsmini pretzels
1cuppopcorn (plain, air-popped)
1cupLucky Charms marshmallows
1cupwhite chocolate chips
½cupgreen M&M’s or candy-coated chocolates
½cupgreen sprinkles
1tbspcoconut oil or vegetable oil (for melting chocolate)
Instrucciones
Prepare a Large Bowl – In a large mixing bowl, combine Chex cereal, mini pretzels, popcorn, and Lucky Charms marshmallows.
Melt the White Chocolate – In a microwave-safe bowl, melt white chocolate chips with coconut oil in 20-second intervals, stirring between each until smooth.
Coat the Mix – Pour the melted chocolate over the dry ingredients and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
Add Fun Toppings – Sprinkle in green M&M’s and green sprinkles while the chocolate is still wet. Toss gently to distribute.
Let It Set – Spread the mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and allow it to cool at room temperature or in the fridge for 15 minutes until the chocolate hardens.
Break and Serve – Once set, break the mixture into bite-sized clusters and enjoy!
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Notas
Use Any Chex Cereal – Corn, rice, or even honey-flavored Chex works well in this recipe.
Substitutions for White Chocolate – If you’re not a fan of white chocolate, try using melted milk or dark chocolate instead.
Microwave Melting Tip – Melt white chocolate in 20-second intervals, stirring in between, to prevent burning.
Coconut Oil for Smoothness – Adding a small amount of coconut oil helps make the melted chocolate smoother and easier to coat the mix.
Let It Set Properly – Allow the mixture to cool completely before breaking it into clusters to prevent a sticky mess.
More Fun Mix-Ins – Try adding mini marshmallows, gold sprinkles, peanut butter chips, or crushed Oreos for extra flavor and texture.
Kid-Friendly & Fun! – This is a perfect snack for kids to help make, as it involves easy mixing and tossing ingredients together.
Best Storage Tips – Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or refrigerate for a crispier texture.
Perfect for St. Patrick’s Day Parties – Serve in festive green cups, bowls, or small treat bags for a fun holiday presentation.