Halloween Snack Mix

The leaves are changing, the air is cooler, and that can only mean one thing: Halloween is just around the corner! There’s no better way to celebrate than with a fun, festive treat like this snack mix for Halloween. It’s super easy to make, filled with colorful candies, crunchy snacks, and sweet surprises, and always disappears fast—so make plenty!

Why is it called Halloween Snack Mix?

Sometimes referred to as Halloween trail mix, this treat has roots in the traditional trail mixes made for hiking—portable, energy-packed, and shelf-stable. Now, it’s enjoyed by people of all ages as a snack for parties, school, or movie nights, especially during fall. The colorful Halloween candies, themed sprinkles, and variety of textures make it an exciting treat to munch on all season long!

Why We Love These Halloween Snack Mixes

• It’s the perfect gift for all your fall events
  From Halloween parties to class treats and neighborly gifts, this Halloween snack mix is always appreciated. It’s cute, seasonal, and a fun way to share some love during spooky season!
• It’s fun for kids and grown-ups alike
  This M&M sweet and salty snack mix is just the right combo of crunchy, chewy, and chocolatey. My grandkids love it, and so do my neighbors! It’s great for Halloween treat bags, school parties, or passing out to trick-or-treaters.
• It celebrates everything we love about Halloween
  The highlight of Halloween is seeing all the sweet costumes and happy faces at our door—and having this snack mix for Halloween ready makes the day feel even more festive. It’s a tradition we look forward to every year!

Ingredient Notes and Substitutions

• Candy corn: look for Brach’s Harvest corn or Autumn corn varieties. Some varieties of candy corn include pumpkins that make a great addition for this fall treat!
• Peanut M and Ms (M&Ms): look for M&M Ghoul Mix or Mad Scientist Mix these colors give it a true harvest feel.
• Crunch ‘n Munch buttery toffee: toffee flavored popcorn will keep everyone coming back for more.
• Teddy Grahams Chocolate: these adorable little bears are always a hit with the kids–and the grownups!
• Pretzel grids or Cinnamon Life Cereal: the salty pretzels make for a sweet and salty combination in this halloween snack mixes
• Optional Ingredients: Mini candy corn pumpkins, Spooky candy eyes, look for these in the cake decorating area of your local grocery store, Halloween trinkets – black spider rings or vampire fangs, or Halloween colored sprinkles

Recipe Variations

• Halloween popcorn mix: for a less sweetened version of this snack, use plain popcorn in place of the Crunch ‘n Munch for a tasty popcorn mix.
• Candy corn snack mix: make this a “corny” one with extra candy corn! Add in extra Brach’s Autumn and Harvest candy mixes for a true candy corn snack or candy corn trail mix. Or add some caramel corn!
• Golden graham snack mix: swap out the Teddy Grahams Chocolate with Golden graham.
• Halloween Chex Mix recipe: Add in some Chex Muddy Buddies or rice Chex cereal. Any party mix will do.
• Put some dried cranberries or raisins for a Halloween trail mix with dried fruit.
• Add some candy corn pumpkins, spooky candy eyeballs, or Halloween trinkets.
• You can swap out the salty pretzels for Cinnamon Life Cereal.
• Also, try using different chocolate candies, like Hershey’s Kisses or Reese’s Pieces for some peanut butter flavor, or even some raspberry and white chocolate chips cookies.
• If you want to get a little more creative, add other ingredients like dried fruit, cereal, or even chocolate chips.
• Or even make other recipes like popcorn mix, candy corn trail mix or snack mix, and Golden graham snack mix (see variations). Just make sure to use Halloween candy that you know everyone will love.
• You can also check out our other Halloween treat ideas, like pumpkin bread bowls for your fall parties and events.
• Also, see our cereal pop treats (made with Rice Krispies or Corn Pops cereals), Chex mix Christmas! They are another fun treat for giving out to friends and family – kids love them!

Equipment Used in this Recipe

• Large mixing bowl
• Storage container or gallon Ziplock bag

How to Make Snack Mix for Halloween

1. Making this nut-free trail mix is very easy. You just need to stir all the ingredients together in a large bowl, then serve! Be sure to pour into an airtight container or zip-lock bag for storage.

Serving Suggestions

This easy Halloween snack mix is so versatile—you can serve it in a big bowl at a party, package it into individual treat bags, or set it out for trick-or-treaters. It’s a fun, no-bake option to toss together in just a few minutes. Add it to your movie night snack spread with kettle corn, mini pretzels, and chocolate candy for a sweet and salty combo everyone will love.

For a fun presentation, line a tray with parchment paper and scoop servings into festive cups. Mix in mini marshmallows, a handful of your favorite ingredients (like Reese’s Pieces or white chocolate chips), or even some cinnamon apples or applesauce for a fall-inspired touch. Whether served as a party appetizer or packed as a school treat, this festive snack mix always hits the spot!

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