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Easy Sweet & Salty Halloween Snack Mix: A Spooky Delight

Halloween is the season of costumes, pumpkins, and of course—snacks! Whether you’re throwing a party, hosting a family movie night, or handing out festive treat bags, this Easy Sweet & Salty Halloween Snack Mix is a must-have. This mix combines the crunch of popcorn and pretzels, the sweetness of candy corn and chocolate candies, and the nutty bite of roasted peanuts. The result is a snack that’s fun, colorful, and oh-so-addictive. It’s no-bake, quick to whip up, and versatile enough to customize with your favorite candies or crunchy add-ins. With just five ingredients, you’ll have a festive treat that looks like Halloween in a bowl and tastes like pure spooky-season happiness.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 8 cups snack
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Crunchy Base:
  • 2 cups popcorn lightly salted, air-popped or microwave
  • 1 cup pretzels mini twists or sticks
Nutty Bite:
  • ½ cup roasted peanuts
Sweet & Festive Add-Ins:
  • 1 cup candy corn
  • 1 cup chocolate candies Halloween colors preferred

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Airtight storage container or treat bags

Method
 

Step 1: Prep the Base
  1. Place popcorn and pretzels in a large mixing bowl.
Step 2: Add the Nuts
  1. Stir in roasted peanuts for a salty, crunchy balance.
Step 3: Mix in the Candy
  1. Fold in candy corn and chocolate candies until evenly distributed.
Step 4: Toss & Taste
  1. Give the mix a gentle stir, taste test, and adjust—add more candy for sweetness or pretzels for saltiness.
Step 5: Serve & Enjoy
  1. Transfer to a festive Halloween bowl, or divide into treat bags for gifting.

Notes

🧊 Storage & Reheating
Room Temperature: Store in airtight containers for up to 5 days.
Freezer: Freeze in zip-top bags for up to 1 month.
Reheating: Not necessary—just thaw and enjoy.
🥄 Variations
Nut-Free: Swap peanuts for sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds.
Extra Sweet: Add white chocolate chips or drizzle with melted chocolate.
Spooky Twist: Add candy eyeballs or gummy worms for Halloween fun.
Color Swap: Replace candy corn with holiday-colored M&Ms for Christmas or Easter.
Trail Mix Style: Add raisins or dried cranberries for a fruity bite.
❓ 10 FAQs
Do I need to use plain popcorn?
Lightly salted works best, but kettle corn adds extra sweetness.
Can I skip the peanuts?
Yes, swap with pumpkin seeds or pretzel bites.
Can I use different candies?
Absolutely—Reese’s Pieces or gummy candies are fun swaps.
Does this recipe require baking?
Nope! It’s a quick no-bake snack.
How far in advance can I make it?
Up to 3 days before serving.
Is this freezer-friendly?
Yes, store up to 1 month in freezer bags.
What type of pretzels are best?
Mini twists, sticks, or even pretzel nuggets work well.
Can kids help with this recipe?
Definitely—kids love measuring and mixing in the candy.
What’s the best way to serve this at a party?
In a cauldron-style bowl or portioned into festive paper cups.
How do I make this recipe more festive?
Add sprinkles, candy eyeballs, or Halloween-colored candy melts drizzled on top.
🏁 Conclusion
This Easy Sweet & Salty Halloween Snack Mix is the perfect festive treat for spooky season. With just five simple ingredients—popcorn, pretzels, peanuts, candy corn, and chocolate candies—you can whip up a colorful, addictive snack in minutes.
It’s crunchy, sweet, salty, and perfect for parties, trick-or-treat bags, or movie nights. One bowl won’t be enough, so make a double batch and watch it disappear!