🍀 Leprechaun Bait for St. Patrick’s Day 🍀
Ingredients:
• 1 cup white candy melts
• 1 cup green candy melts
• 4 cups popcorn (popped)
• 1 ½ cups mini pretzel twists
• 2 cups Chex cereal
• 1 cup mint candy (like Mint M&Ms or Peppermint Patties, chopped)
• St. Patrick's Day sprinkles (green, gold, and rainbow)
Instructions:
Melt the Candy Coating:
• In separate microwave-safe bowls, melt the white candy melts and green candy melts. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until completely melted and smooth.
Mix the Snack Ingredients:
• In a large bowl, combine popcorn, mini pretzel twists, Chex cereal, and mint candy. Stir gently to mix everything together.
Coat the Snack Mix:
• Drizzle the melted white candy melts over the snack mix, and gently toss to coat. Repeat with the melted green candy melts, coating the snack mix evenly.
Add the Sprinkles:
• While the candy coating is still wet, sprinkle the St. Patrick’s Day sprinkles over the mix, ensuring each piece is covered in festive colors.
Let it Set:
• Spread the coated snack mix out in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Let it sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes to harden.
Serve & Enjoy:
• Once set, break the mixture into pieces and serve your Leprechaun Bait in bowls or gift bags!
✨ Extra Tips: 🍫 Add extra chocolate drizzle on top for more sweetness!�Use gold-colored sprinkles or rainbow candy to enhance the festive look.�🎁 Package it in clear gift bags for a cute St. Patrick’s Day treat to share!