Candy Corn Halloween Trail Mix Recipe
Ah, candy corn Halloween trail mix—because nothing says “spooky season” like combining sugar-coated nostalgia with a bunch of random snack bits. Sure, it’s basic, but it’s also ridiculously tasty. Toss in the colorful candy corn, a bit of salty goodness, and a dash of sweetness, and voila! This is the snack you’ll have out for the trick-or-treaters—or devour yourself when you’re too tired to actually bake. It’s simple, it’s fun, and it won’t take you longer than 10 minutes. Who said Halloween snacks need to be complicated?
Candy Corn Halloween Trail Mix Recipe
A sweet and salty mix that combines candy corn with classic trail mix ingredients for the perfect Halloween treat.
Ingredients
- 1 cup candy corn
- 1 cup salted peanuts
- 1 cup chocolate chips milk or dark, your choice
- 1 cup pretzel twists broken into pieces
- 1/2 cup raisins or dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup sunflower seeds
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients: Collect all your sweet and salty treats. Don’t overthink it.
- Mix Together: In a large bowl, combine the candy corn, peanuts, pretzels, and raisins.
- Add Sweetness: Toss in chocolate chips and sunflower seeds for that extra crunch and sweetness.
- Serve: Transfer the mix to a serving bowl or store in airtight containers for later snacking.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 250
- Total Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin A: 2%
- Iron: 5%
- Calcium: 2%
- Magnesium: 4%
- Potassium: 3%
Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor
- Add spice: For a unique kick, sprinkle cinnamon or pumpkin spice.
- Change it up: Swap pretzels for graham cracker pieces if you want a different crunch.
- Storage tip: Store in an airtight container for up to a week—if you can resist the urge to finish it.
- Make it extra: Add white chocolate chips if you want to make it a little more decadent.
