Best 5 Crunchy Halloween Snack Mix Recipes

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Are you ready for a spooktacular Halloween treat that's both delicious and visually stunning? Look no further than our ultimate guide to creating the best Crunchy Halloween Snack Mix! Bursting with vibrant colors, spooky shapes, and an irresistible combination of sweet and salty flavors, this snack mix is guaranteed to be the highlight of your Halloween party. From classic candy favorites to unexpected savory additions, our easy-to-follow recipe will take you on a journey of culinary magic, transforming ordinary ingredients into a bewitching treat. So, gather your kitchen tools and let's embark on a spooky culinary adventure to create the most hauntingly delicious Crunchy Halloween Snack Mix that will leave your taste buds craving more!

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GHOULISHLY GOOD HALLOWEEN SNACK MIX



Ghoulishly Good Halloween Snack Mix image

A sweet and salty snack mix that is perfect for Halloween!

Provided by SunnyDaysNora

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Snacks     Party Mix Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 40

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 cups cone-shaped corn snacks (such as Bugles®)
4 cups cheese-flavored crackers (such as Cheez-It®)
4 cups popped popcorn
2 cups pretzel sticks
1 ¼ cups brown sugar
¾ cup corn syrup
¾ cup butter
2 ¼ teaspoons coarse salt
1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
½ ounce vanilla-flavored candy coating
1 (.88 ounce) package candy eyeballs
1 (11 ounce) package candy corn
1 (12 ounce) package candy-coated peanut butter pieces (such as Reese's Pieces®)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 255 degrees F (124 degrees C).
  • Combine corn snacks, cheese crackers, popcorn, and pretzel sticks in a large roasting pan.
  • Bring brown sugar, corn syrup, butter, and salt to a boil in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Cook, stirring frequently, for 5 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in vanilla extract and baking soda. Pour the syrup over the snack mixture in the roasting pan; stir to coat.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, stirring to coat every 15 minutes.
  • Line a countertop with waxed paper. Spread snack mix into a single layer on top.
  • Place candy coating in a microwave-safe bowl and heat for 1 minute. Stir until smooth and place a dot of the melted candy on the back of a candy eyeball; attach to a corn snack. Repeat with remaining eyeballs.
  • Transfer snack mix to a large bowl. Stir in candy corn and peanut butter candy pieces.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 369.1 calories, Carbohydrate 52 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 16.8 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Sodium 690.4 mg, Sugar 20.2 g

CRUNCHY HALLOWEEN SNACK MIX



Crunchy Halloween Snack Mix image

This snack mix has it all! The Cheerios, nuts, chips and M&M's make it sweet, and the noodles and nuts add just the right crunch. Arrange it in layers in a large glass jar and give it as a hostess gift. -Lori Daniels, Beverly, West Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 5m

Yield 7 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups Honey-Nut Cheerios
2 cups chow mein noodles
1 cup honey-roasted peanuts
1/2 cup raisins
1/2 cup orange and black milk chocolate M&M's
1/2 cup peanut butter chips
1/2 cup vanilla or white chips

Steps:

  • In two wide-mouth quart jars, layer all of the ingredients. Cover jars. Decorate with fabric and ribbon if desired. To serve, pour into a bowl and stir to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 445 calories, Fat 24g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 253mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

CRUNCHY SNACK MIX



Crunchy Snack Mix image

I got the recipe from my aunt when I wanted to make a snack for a brunch I was hosting. The brimming bowls I set out were emptied in no time. -Milia Ziegler, Cincinnati, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 1h10m

Yield 15 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1 package (12 ounces) Crispix cereal
1-1/2 cup coarsely chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring the brown sugar, butter and corn syrup to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Spread cereal in a large roasting pan. Pour syrup mixture over cereal and stir until well coated. Sprinkle with nuts and stir. , Bake at 250° for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes. Spread on waxed paper to cool. Break apart and store in airtight containers.

Nutrition Facts :

HEALTHY HALLOWEEN SNACK MIX



Healthy Halloween Snack Mix image

Make and share this Healthy Halloween Snack Mix recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ssej1078_1251510

Categories     Nuts

Time 1h35m

Yield 3 cups, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

15 ounces can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 teaspoons curry powder, garam masala, chili powder, divided (optional)
kosher salt & fresh ground pepper
1 1/4 cups raw pumpkin seeds, cleaned and drained, but not patted dry
3/4 cup dried cranberries, dried cherries, raisins
3/4 cup roasted pistachios, peanuts, almonds or 3/4 cup cashews

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 400 degrees.
  • Dry the chickpeas thoroughly by spreading them on a large plate and patting them dry with kitchen towels. Transfer to a bowl and toss with 1 tbsp of oil, 1 tsp of the spice blend. If using, the salt and pepper to taste.
  • Once the chickpeas are evenly coated, transfer them to a baking sheet and spread in a single layer. Bake on oven' s middle rack for 25-35 mins or until golden. Shake the sheet midway to toast other side.
  • Reduce heat to 300.
  • Arrange pumpkin seeds on the baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes.
  • .after toasted place pumpkin seeds in a fry pan over med heat with remaining tbsp oil. Stir 7-10 mins and add remaining seasoning mix.
  • Cook until crispy.
  • Transfer the seeds to the serving bowl. Add cranberries and pistachios and toss well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 183.4, Fat 12.7, SaturatedFat 1.9, Sodium 140, Carbohydrate 12.4, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 1, Protein 7.5

HALLOWEEN PARTY MIX



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My kid's teacher asked for 'non-sweet treats' for a Halloween party. A search of Allrecipes showed there were very few like that, so I took some party mix recipes and made my own. Pretzel sticks = wooden stakes. Animal-shaped crackers = wild beasts. Toasted rice cereal = tombstones.

Provided by MOMFISH

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Snacks     Party Mix Recipes

Time 1h45m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 ½ teaspoons seasoned salt
7 cups crisp rice cereal squares (such as Rice Chex®)
1 cup roasted pumpkin seed kernels
1 cup pretzel sticks
1 cup goldfish crackers

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). Place butter in a 9x13-inch baking dish; melt in oven while it preheats.
  • Stir Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and seasoned salt into melted butter. Gradually stir rice cereal squares, pumpkin seeds, pretzel sticks, and goldfish crackers into butter mixture until evenly coated.
  • Bake in the preheated oven, stirring every 15 minutes, until crisp and fragrant, about 1 hour. Transfer party mix to paper towel-lined plates to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250 calories, Carbohydrate 30.6 g, Cholesterol 7.6 mg, Fat 11.3 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 6.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 560.7 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right popcorn: Kettle corn or caramel corn will add a sweet element to the mix, while white cheddar popcorn will add a savory touch.
  • Use a variety of candy: A mix of chocolate, peanut butter, and fruity candies will create a variety of flavors and textures.
  • Add some salty snacks: Pretzels, cheese crackers, or nuts will help to balance out the sweetness of the candy.
  • Don't be afraid to get creative: You can add any type of snack you like to your mix, so feel free to experiment until you find a combination that you love.

Conclusion:

This Halloween snack mix is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for parties or gatherings. It is also a great way to use up leftover candy after Halloween. With so many different variations possible, you are sure to find a combination that everyone will enjoy.

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