The babies and I took our first long walk of the season recently, while my oldest was at school, and it was SO life giving! 65 and sunny, a bit of a breeze, and so much color to see already. Trees are budding, the grass is so green it’s practically glowing, and everywhere daffodils and tulips have shot up from the dirt. If the weather didn’t have me convinced that spring is here, this gorgeous Gluten Free Bunny Munch would seal the deal. I can’t remember the last time I had more fun photographing a recipe. Pastel pink, purple, baby blue, and yellow too – I am equal parts in love with the flavors and colors of this fun and seriously yummy gluten free Easter dessert recipe!
Start a New Easter Tradition
Making gluten free Bunny Munch would be such a fun tradition to start with your kids or grandkids to set out for the Easter Bunny in exchange for eggs. Why should Santa have all the fun? Seriously though, this recipe takes approximitely 5 minutes to make and 30 minutes to cool/set. Simple! Popped popcorn, gluten free pretzel sticks, and peanuts are coated with melted white chocolate then dolloped with M&Ms, sprinkles, and coarse sea salt. YES. Sweet + salty = insanely addicting. Also, CLUSTERS. Need I say more? Here’s how to make this adorable spring treat!
How to Make Bunny Munch
Start by adding popped popcorn, gluten free pretzel sticks (I like Snyders GF) and peanuts to the biggest bowl you’ve got. If you don’t have a giant one, use two bowls. Trust me on this! I use my air popper to pop the popcorn – you’ll need a scant 1/3 cup kernels to get 12 cups.
Next add a gluten free white chocolate chips to a medium-sized bowl with coconut or vegetable oil then microwave until smooth.
Drizzle the chocolate over the popcorn mixture then fold with a spatula until everything is evenly coated. Spread the Bunny Munch onto parchment or wax paper, or a couple silpats, then sprinkle on M&Ms (I use the spring pastel variety) and gently press into the warm chocolate so they stick when it cools. Last step is to add gluten free sprinkles and a pinch of coarse sea salt which balances out the sweetness. NOTE: Mars, maker of M&Ms, will always call out allergens on their packaging. At the time of this writing plain M&Ms are gluten free, though SOMETIMES holiday versions of candy products can be made in different facilities. Check labels before purchasing.
Let the chocolate set then package the Bunny Munch into treat bags or transfer to an airtight container where it’ll last a couple of days. I hope you love this fun and festive, gluten free Easter dessert treat — enjoy!
More Springy Treats
Best Ever Fruit Dip Lemon Whip Fruit Dip Homemade Lemon Curd Recipe Gluten Free Lemon Bars Triple Berry Crumb Bars Berries in a Cloud Lemon Blueberry Icebox Cake Strawberry Shortcake Icebox Cake
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