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This 5-minute Lucky Charms Puppy Chow is absolutely delicious and sooo easy to make! Made with crunchy Chex, pretzels, white chocolate, M&M’s, and colorful Lucky Charms marshmallows, this no-bake party mix is what we like to call leprechaun bait.
OMG! It’s SOOO good!
I’ve made Leprechaun Bait with popcorn before, but THIS Puppy Chow version is officially my favorite. If I had made this recipe while I was writing my cookbook, this easy snack definitely would have made the cut! Even my husband and kids loved it.
All about Texture & Flavor
This Lucky Charms Puppy Chow has the perfect mix of crunchy, sweet, and salty in every bite.
Chex cereal gives it that light, crispy crunch, while the pretzels add a subtle salty snap that balances all the sweetness. White chocolate creates a smooth coating that marries everything together without feeling too heavy.
Lucky Charms marshmallows bring soft and airy pops of sweetness that almost melt in your mouth. The M&M’s add little bursts of chocolate and a candy crunch that make every handful feel like a treat.
It’’s the kind of snack mix you keep reaching back into the bowl for because it’s that good!
Saint Patrick’s Day on Muddy Buddies
I like to say this Lucky Charms puppy chow is a holiday twist on classic muddy buddies. Because this version uses white chocolate instead of chocolate and peanut butter, it’s a lighter option made without peanut butter.
The combination of Chex, pretzels, Lucky Charms marshmallows, and candy creates such a sweet-and-salty mix that feels festive and fun for St. Patrick’s Day.
Shop Everything To Make This
Ingredients to make this recipe + the green lucky bucket HERE!
It’s perfect for:
- Classroom partiesPackaging in treat bags with gift tags or pretty ribbon as a party favor
- Kid-friendly celebrations
- Holiday snack tables
- Leprechaun traps (aka mom and dad, LOL)
- And the best part? It takes just 5 minutes to make. SO easy!
More Easy St. Patrick’s Desserts
As always, if you’re looking for more easy Saint Patrick’s Day dessert ideas, I am your gal! Don’t miss these quick and easy desserts like my Shamrock Pretzel Pops, homemade Shamrock Shake, and these St. Patrick’s Day Dipped Oreos (SO easy)!
Watch Me Make this Recipe
Leprechaun Bait
Ingredients
- 3 cups Chex cereal
- 1 cup pretzel squares or twists
- 1 1/2 cups Lucky Charms cereal
- 2/3 cup green and yellow M&M’s, plus more for garnish
- 1/2 cup Lucky Charms Marshmallows from the box, plus more for garnish
- 8 oz white chocolate bark or melting wafers
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar, optional
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients
- In a large bowl toss together both cereals, pretzel squares, and half of the M&M's.
- Melt White chocolate for 30 second intervals, stirring in between until melted.
- Spread the cereal mixture evenly onto a baking sheet and drizzle with melted white chocolate. Place mixture into a large bowl and mix together until the white chocolate coats everything.
- Place mixture back onto a baking sheet and spread into a single layer then sprinkle with Lucky Charm marshmallows and reserved M&M's. Place in the freezer for 5-10 minutes or until mixture hardens.
- Break apart the mixture and place it into a serving bowl. Garnish with Lucky Charm marshmallows and extra M&M's.
Notes
- Let the white chocolate cool slightly before mixing so you don’t end up with soggy cereal.
- Add extra marshmallows AFTER chilling for the prettiest look. You’ll see at the end of my video how it just makes it pop!
- Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
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