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Leprechaun Bait

This festive Leprechaun Bait is a crunchy, sweet & salty snack mix packed with Lucky Charms, Chex, pretzels, and white chocolate! Perfect for St. Patrick’s Day parties, class treats, or just snacking while waiting for a leprechaun to visit! 🍀✨
Prep Time10 minutes
Setting20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Difficulty: Easy
Servings: 20 servings
Calories: 226kcal
Author: Nora from Savory Nothings

Ingredients

  • 2 cups Chex cereal rice, corn or a mix!
  • 2 cups Lucky Charms cereal including marshmallows
  • 2 cups mini pretzel twists
  • 16 oz white chocolate chips about 2.5 cups; OR white candy melts OR vanilla almond bark
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons St. Patrick’s Day Sprinkles a mix that includes shamrock shapes and green/gold/white sprinkles looks great
  • 1 cup green M&M's dark chocolate mint; or green and gold if available
  • ¾ cup mini marshmallows picked out from remaining Lucky Charms cereal in box

Instructions

  • Prep: Line a large baking sheet with parchment or wax paper.
  • Combine dry ingredients: In a spacious bowl, gently mix together 2 cups Chex cereal, 2 cups Lucky Charms cereal and 2 cups mini pretzel twists.
    overhead view of ingredients for leprechaun bait Chex mix in glass bowl
  • Melt chocolate: Place 16 oz white chocolate chips and 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on medium power in 15-second intervals, stirring thoroughly after each, until the chocolate is smooth and fully melted.
    frontal close up view of melted white chocolate pouring over pretzels and Chex cereal in bowl
  • Combine mixtures: Pour the melted white chocolate over the dry mix. Using a spatula, gently fold the mixture until all pieces are evenly coated.
    overhead view of leprechaun bait Chex mix with rubber spatula in glass bowl
  • Set the mix: Spread the coated mixture onto the prepared baking sheet in an even layer. Evenly top with 2 tablespoons St. Patrick’s Day Sprinkles.
    Allow it to sit at room temperature until the chocolate hardens, approximately 20-30 minutes. For quicker setting, place the tray in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes.
    overhead view of leprechaun Chex mix on baking sheet without candy
  • Serve: Once set, add 1 cup green M&M's and ¾ cup mini marshmallows. If needed, break the mixture into bite-sized clusters. Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
    overhead view of leprechaun bait Chex mix on baking sheet with candy

Notes

  • Ingredient notes: Chex cereal – Use rice or corn, or mix both. White chocolate – Chips, candy melts, or almond bark work; add oil if using chips for smooth melting. M&Ms – Mint dark chocolate or green/gold for a festive look. Sprinkles – Shamrock, gold, and green sprinkles add the perfect touch!
  • Tips: Melt chocolate in short bursts, stirring often to avoid scorching. Mix quickly before it sets. Use parchment for easy cleanup and no sticking. Let cool fully before adding M&Ms and marshmallows to prevent melting.
  • Storage: Store airtight at room temp for up to 5 days. If warm, refrigerate to keep chocolate from melting.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 226kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 127mg | Potassium: 97mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 23g | Vitamin A: 170IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 80mg | Iron: 2mg