I am all about the snacking. In fact, I probably snack more than I eat full meals. They say more small meals is better, right? This Halloween Snack Mix is both sweet and savory making it the perfect snack!
Halloween snack mix is probably not what they had in mind when they said that… but it is quite tasty and delicious all the same.
No Bake Snack Mix
When I am on the hunt for an easy munchie, I really don’t want to be mixing, baking and cool. I aim for ease. Flavors that complement each other but without the work.
So while every once and while I am fine with baking on a crunchy caramel layer, in this case, the children under 5 I was serving really didn’t care.
Instead, I opted for several of my favorite flavor combos, all without having to turn on an oven or stove.
Why You’ll Love This Halloween Snack Mix
A spooky snack mix perfect for the Halloween season full of fun add-ins, what’s not to love!
- Great for Halloween parties – There’s nothing better than a snack you can set out for people to munch on at parties- and this Halloween trail mix is perfect for that!
- Family favorite – This is an easy way to get the kids involved in the kitchen. And everyone in the fam can make it their own by adding their favorite Halloween candy.
- Simple ingredients – This monster munch is made with super basic ingredients that you can easily find at your local grocery store.
Ingredients
Clearly this recipe is super versatile so don’t get hung up on the amounts or the ingredients. You can measure to get ratios right, but you can also eyeball it and no one will be the wiser.
These are the more savory ingredients that provide structure and the base for snack mix.
- Honey Nut Chex– no need to make a caramel coating when you can just buy them already coated. Feel free to use other flavors of Chex (rice cereals) or use a plain variety if you don’t have a sweet tooth. Or want your children to run around like sugared up demons. Cheerios are another great options.
- Pretzels– I am all about the sweet and salty. Salty pretzels bring both crunch and savory flavor to this easy Halloween snack mix.
- Popcorn– I used a slightly salty popcorn, but kettle corn works too. Butter didn’t taste right with this particular combo.
The small stuff is very much the sweet stuff, along with peanuts. Peanuts are totally optional.
- Reeses Pieces- Peanut buttery goodness in candy coated pockets.
- Candy Corn/Candy Pumpkins– If you just want to use one or the other, be by guest. I am ashamed to say I am a sucker for candy corn pumpkins this time of year and there would probably be more in the mix if I hadn’t already snuck into the bag.
- Peanuts– These are optional, but I like the salty crunch they add.
Variations
This easy recipe is one that you can easily make your own. Your perfect combination of a sweet and salty snack mix, full of your favorite ingredients.
- Savory add ins – You can make this more of a Halloween chex mix recipe by adding things like Cheez-Itz, Ritz crackers, other nuts like cashews or pecans, Bugles or goldfish crackers.
- Sweet add ins – To add more sweet flavors to this spoon Halloween snack mix, try adding Halloween sprinkles, drizzled melted chocolate, Reese’s pieces, white chocolate chips, your favorite cereal mixture, candy eyes, caramel corn or any other sweet treats you can think of.
- Gifting – Make a big batch and give this festive snack mix as gifts, or even pass out to trick or treaters. Add a fun gift tag, pour it into small bags and tie with a ribbon.
Storage & Shelf Life
Store your assembled snack mix at room temperature in an airtight container or bag.
It will stay fresh for about a week. If you happen to live in a humid area, some of the elements may get a little stale faster.
More Easy Halloween Treats
Monster Rice Krispie Treats
Mummy Hot Dog Recipe
No Bake Ghost Cookie Recipe
- Bat Sugar Cookies from The Flour Handprint
- Voodoo Doll Cookies from Sweet ReciPEAS
- Halloween Confetti Cookies from Fake Ginger
- Marshmallow SpiderWeb Cupcakes from Big Bear’s Wife
- Candy Corn Poke Cake from Devour Dinner
- Halloween Brownie Cupcakes from Hezzi-D’s Books and Cooks
- Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cupcakes from It’s Shanaka
- Spider Brownie Bites from Tastes of Homemade
- Evil Dead Necronomicon Brownies from Savory Moments
- Mini Candy Corn Cheesecakes from Cheese Curd in Paradise
- Halloween Themed Layered Drinks from 4 Sons R Us
- Easy Chocolate Pudding from Pastry Chef Online
- Halloween Bark from West Via Midwest
- Halloween Snack Mix from Savory Experiments
- Healthy Halloween Snacks from House of Nash Eats
- Sweet & Savory Halloween Snack Board from An Affair from the Heart
- Spooky Candy Bark from Sweet Beginnings
- Poisoned Candy Apples from Fresh Coast Eats
- Donut Hole Mummies from Family Around the Table
- Halloween Caramel Popcorn Munch Recipe from Back To My Southern Roots
- Spiderweb Baked Donuts from Lemon Blossoms
- Mini Monster Meatball Sliders from A Kitchen Hoor’s Adventures
- Mummy Brie from The Spiffy Cookie
- Halloween Deviled Eggs from I am a Honey Bee
Halloween Snack Mix Recipe
Ingredients
- 3 cups honey nut Chex cereal
- 3 cups popcorn , lightly buttered or salted
- 2 cups small pretzels
- 1/2 cup peanuts
- 1/2 cup Reeses Pieces
- 1 cup candy corn or mellowcreme pumpkins
Instructions
- Combine the cereal, popcorn, pretzels, peanuts, Reeses pieces and candy corn in a large bowl, Gently toss to mix.
- If you’ve tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was in the comments or ratings!
My husband LOVES halloween treats! He’s going to love this!
What a fun Halloween treat!
Love the sweet and savory contrast of flavors in this tasty party mix! What a great addition to any party!
I can’t get over how much fun this Halloween snack mix is. I can’t wait to make it for my kids.
Looks delicious! Can’t wait to try this one.