This Fall Halloween Buddy Mix is the ultimate no-bake snack mix that screams Halloween fun! 🎃 Perfect for parties, movie nights, or trick-or-treat gatherings, this mix combines crunchy cereal, salty pretzels, sweet candy corn, chocolate bites, and festive sprinkles for a spooky-yet-sweet treat everyone will love. The best part? It’s super quick to make and easily customizable with your favorite seasonal candies.
Ingredients
- 4 cups Rice Chex cereal (or Corn Chex)
- 2 cups mini pretzels
- 1 cup candy corn
- 1 cup Reese’s Pieces (or M&M’s)
- 1 cup chocolate-covered candies (like Rolo or Mini Snickers, chopped)
- ½ cup white chocolate-covered peanuts or almonds
- ¼ cup Halloween sprinkles
Preparation Steps
- Prepare the base: In a large mixing bowl, add the Chex cereal and mini pretzels.
- Add the sweets: Mix in candy corn, Reese’s Pieces, chocolate candies, and nuts.
- Make it festive: Sprinkle Halloween-colored sprinkles over the top.
- Toss to combine: Gently mix everything together until evenly distributed.
- Serve & store: Transfer to a large serving bowl or portion into individual Halloween treat bags.
Variation
- Swap candy corn for pumpkin candies.
- Use chocolate Chex or Cinnamon Toast Crunch for extra flavor.
- Add mini marshmallows for extra sweetness.
- Drizzle with melted white or dark chocolate for a more decadent mix.
Cooking Notes
- This is a no-bake recipe, so it’s perfect for kids to help with.
- Use a large bowl so the mix combines easily without crushing the cereal.
- Make ahead up to 3 days in advance and store in an airtight container.
Serving Suggestions
- Perfect for Halloween parties 🎉
- Pack into snack bags for school or trick-or-treaters
- Serve as a movie night snack
- Use as a topping for ice cream or yogurt
Tips
- Mix and match with your favorite candies.
- Double the recipe if serving a large crowd.
- Add a little sea salt to balance the sweetness.
Prep Time / Cooking Time / Total Time
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 0 minutes (no-bake)
- Total Time: 10 minutes
Nutritional Info (per serving, approx.)
- Calories: 280
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Protein: 4g
- Fat: 12g
- Sugar: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
FAQs
Q1: Can I make this Fall Buddy Mix ahead of time?
- Yes! Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days for maximum freshness.
Q2: Can I use other cereals instead of Chex?
- Absolutely—try Cheerios, Golden Grahams, or even popcorn.
Q3: What can I substitute for candy corn?
- Pumpkin candies, gummy worms, or any Halloween candy you love.
Q4: Is this recipe kid-friendly?
- Yes! Kids will love helping mix the ingredients and adding sprinkles.
Q5: Can I make it nut-free?
- Yes—just omit the nuts and use more pretzels, cereal, or chocolate pieces.
Conclusion
This Fall Halloween Buddy Mix is the easiest and most festive treat you can whip up for spooky season 🎃👻. With its mix of crunchy, salty, and sweet ingredients, it’s guaranteed to disappear fast at any Halloween gathering. Quick, colorful, and customizable—this snack mix is a must-have for your Halloween spread!