Description
This Spooky Snack Mix is the ultimate Halloween party treat, combining a delightful blend of sweet and salty ingredients with a festive, spooky twist. It’s easy to make, kid-friendly, and highly customizable, making it perfect for any Halloween celebration. Whether you’re hosting a party, handing out treats, or enjoying a movie night, this mix will set the perfect Halloween mood. With ingredients like popcorn, pretzels, candy corn, and gummy worms, this no-bake snack is packed with flavor and fun visuals, including Halloween-themed candies and edible googly eyes for an extra spooky touch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (16 ounce) package chocolate candy coating or 1 (20 ounce) package chocolate almond bark
- 6 cups Chex chocolate cereal
- 1 cup Halloween themed sprinkles mix
- 1 cup regular M&M’s Ghoul’s Mix
- 1 cup peanut M&M’s Ghoul’s Mix
- 1 cup Sun-Maid orange and black yogurt covered raisins (they come in mini boxes on the Halloween aisle or near the raisins) or Reese’s Pieces or more M&M’s Ghoul’s Mix
- 2 cups Reese’s Puffs Peanut Butter Bats cereal or Count Chocula Halloween Cereal
- 1/2 cup Harvest Candy Corn
- 1 cup Mother’s Eerie Critters Frosted Cookies
- 2 cups Utz pumpkin and bat shaped pretzels
Instructions
- In a large bowl, add the Chex cereal.
- In a microwave safe bowl, or the container it comes in, melt the chocolate candy coating according to package directions, usually 2 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds until melted and smooth. Be sure not to over melt the candy coating as it will burn and become too thick to stir and coat the mix evenly.
- Pour the melted candy coating over the Chex cereal in the large bowl and toss to coat with a large spoon. Cereal should be evenly coated in the candy coating.
- Spread the coated cereal in an even layer on a parchment lined baking sheet. Immediately sprinkle with the sprinkles and then the remaining ingredients.
- Allow mixture to cool completely. Break apart to serve. Store in an airtight container or baggie.
Notes
- Customization Options:
- You can easily tailor this recipe to fit dietary preferences. For a nut-free version, simply omit the nuts and add more sweet or salty components like crackers or dried fruit.
- To make it gluten-free, use gluten-free pretzels, popcorn, and Chex cereal. For a vegan version, be mindful to choose dairy-free chocolates and vegan gummy candies.
- The mix can also be adjusted for flavor preferences: increase the amount of chocolate or marshmallows for a sweeter mix, or add spicy crackers or chips for a salty or spicy kick.
- Make-Ahead Tip:
- This Spooky Snack Mix can be prepared ahead of time and stored in an airtight container for up to a week. It’s a great option for prepping before a party or event, ensuring you have a festive snack ready without any last-minute rush.
- Perfect for Kids:
- Kids will love helping with this recipe! It’s a fun and interactive activity, allowing them to mix and choose their favorite spooky ingredients, like gummy worms or candy corn. Plus, the snack mix is colorful and festive, which will add to their excitement.
- Presentation Ideas:
- Serve the mix in Halloween-themed bowls, such as cauldrons or pumpkin-shaped containers, for added flair. If you’re distributing it to trick-or-treaters or party guests, package the mix in individual treat bags with spooky ribbons or tags for a personalized touch.
- Storage Tip:
- Store the mix in an airtight container at room temperature to keep it fresh and crunchy. Avoid exposure to heat, especially if your mix includes chocolate, as it can melt.
- Halloween Fun:
- Pair this snack mix with Halloween activities like a movie night or crafting session to create a fully festive experience.