Start a new tradition with Gluten Free Bunny Munch! This sweet and salty, crunchy treat takes minute to make (and less time to disappear)!
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
Equipment
Ingredients
- 12 cups popped popcorn, ~1/3 cup kernels
- 2 cups gluten free pretzel sticks, Snyder's GF recommended
- 1-1/2 cups dry roasted peanuts
- 12 oz bag gluten free white chocolate chips
- 1 Tablespoon vegetable or coconut oil
- 11 oz bag Easter M&Ms
- gluten free sprinkles, optional
- coarse sea salt, optional
Directions
- Spread a couple sheets of parchment paper, wax paper, or two silpats onto the countertop then set aside.
- Add popcorn, pretzel sticks, and peanuts to a very large bowl — if you don't have an XL bowl, use two large bowls — then set aside.
- Add chocolate chips and coconut oil to a medium-sized, microwave-safe bowl then microwave for 40 seconds and stir. Microwave for 30 seconds then stir. If chocolate chips aren't completely smooth, continue microwaving in 10 seconds increments, stirring between increments, until completely melted.
- Drizzle chocolate over popcorn mixture then gently fold with a spatula until everything is evenly coated. Spread mixture out onto prepared surface then immediately sprinkle with M&Ms (may not use whole bag) and press gently so they adhere to the warm chocolate. Add sprinkles and a big pinch of coarse sea salt, if using, then let Bunny Munch cool completely. Transfer to treat bags or an airtight container.
Notes
- I prefer to use an air popper for my popcorn.
Nutrition
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Hi Kristin,
My son has a peanut allergy. What do you think would be a good substitute? They love mini marshmallows – maybe the Easter Colored bunny shapes? Robin eggs?
Hi Suzn! You could use whatever you typically use for a peanut replacement – maybe roasted sunflower or pumpkin seeds?
Hi Kristin–
Love your site! Just wondering on this yummy-sounding recipe why popcorn is used instead of puffed corn like the similar Christmas treat? I make the latter treat for elderly neighbors, who love it, and worry about the kernels for them with this recipe.
Many thanks,
Susan
Hi Susan! It’s just a different take on a sweet seasonal treat. :) You are welcome to use my Christmas Crunch recipe and use Easter-colored M&Ms and sprinkles!
Love your recipes! I am 100% gluten free (Celiac) and it’s so great to have a place to come to for recipes that are delicious. I just made the Bunny Much but used Rice Chex cereal because I didn’t have popcorn. It is SO good! Thanks for all that your hard work! X- Melissa
Ooo, great idea!! I’m so glad you found your way over here – glad to have you! :D
I first made this for Easter a few years ago and it was such a hit I’ve now used other themed M&M’s to make it for other holidays – this always goes fast!
Love that idea, Jen! So easy to customize to any occasion! Thank you so much for your feedback and recipe rating!
Made these Christmas themed and send in to my daughter’s class party. Huge hit and fun to make with kids!
Oh I love that!! So festive!!
Hi! This looks amazing! I don’t have an air popper and it has been awhile since I made popcorn on the stove. If I don’t need it to be GF could microwave popcorn work?
You bet! Or any store bought pre-popped popcorn will also work. :)
I made this last Easter and it was a huge hit with everyone! Definitely 5 stars!