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This Halloween Chex Mix is the perfect sweet and salty snack for all of your spooky celebrations. Made with crunchy Rice Chex cereal, Bugles, pretzels, and colorful Halloween candy, it’s an easy homemade treat that’s perfect for parties, movie nights, classroom celebrations, or filling festive treat bags.
“I love making this Chex mix! The sweet and salty mix together is AMAZING! You are going to love serving this at parties, or just having in a big bowl for snacking!”
-Becky
I love making a big batch every Halloween because it’s colorful, festive, and always one of the first snacks everyone reaches for. Best of all, it’s easy to customize with your favorite Halloween candy, making it a recipe you’ll come back to year after year.
If you love easy Halloween treats, be sure to try my Pumpkin Spice Cookies, Caramel Apples, Halloween Punch, Mummy Hot Dogs, and Halloween Bark for even more festive recipes everyone will enjoy.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Sweet and salty in every bite
- Easy to make with simple pantry ingredients
- Perfect for Halloween parties and movie nights
- Great for classroom treats and party favors
- Easy to customize with your favorite Halloween candy
- Makes a large batch for sharing
Table of Contents
Ingredients You Will Need
- Rice Chex cereal – The crunchy base that holds the sweet coating.
- Bugles – Adds extra crunch and a fun shape.
- Mini pretzel twists – The perfect salty balance to the sweet coating.
- Unsalted butter – Helps coat every piece while adding rich flavor.
- Brown sugar – Creates a buttery caramel-like coating.
- Vanilla extract – Adds warm flavor to the coating.
- Reese’s Pieces – Adds peanut butter flavor and festive color.
- Candy corn – A Halloween classic that makes this mix extra festive.
- Halloween sprinkles – Adds the finishing touch with fun seasonal color.
The full list of ingredients with measurements and step-by-step instructions can be found in the recipe card below.
Variations
- Add More Candy: Mix in candy pumpkins, Halloween M&M’s, mini peanut butter cups, or your favorite Halloween candy.
- Try Different Cereal: Swap some of the Rice Chex for Corn Chex or Chocolate Chex for a fun twist.
- Add Nuts: Roasted peanuts, pecans, or almonds add extra crunch and flavor.
- Add Fall Spices: Stir ½ teaspoon of cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice into the butter mixture for a warm fall flavor.
- Make It Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free pretzels and certified gluten-free Rice Chex for an easy gluten-free version.
How to Make Halloween Chex Mix
- Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Add the Rice Chex cereal, Bugles, and pretzels to a large mixing bowl.
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, or in a microwave safe bowl, melt the butter and brown sugar until smooth, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Pour the butter mixture over the cereal mixture and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
- Spread the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and bake for 30 minutes, stirring halfway.
Tips
- Stir Halfway: Stir halfway through baking so every piece is evenly coated.
- Cool Completely: Let the Chex Mix cool completely before adding the Reese’s Pieces, candy corn, and sprinkles so the candy doesn’t melt.
- Add the Candy Last: Stir in the candy and sprinkles after baking to keep the colors bright and festive.
- Store Properly: Keep leftover Chex Mix in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain its crisp texture.
- Perfect for Gifting: Package the cooled Chex Mix in treat bags, jars, or festive containers for Halloween party favors or homemade gifts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! This recipe can be made several days in advance and stored in an airtight container until you’re ready to serve it.
Absolutely! Halloween M&M’s, candy pumpkins, mini peanut butter cups, or your favorite seasonal candy all work well.
Adding the candy after the mixture has cooled keeps it from melting and helps the colors stay bright.
No. Store it in an airtight container at room temperature.
Yes! Divide the cooled Chex Mix into treat bags or festive containers for easy Halloween party favors, classroom treats, or gifts.
More Halloween Party Recipes
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Halloween Bark
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Halloween Chex Mix
Equipment
- 9×13 Baking Dish
Ingredients
- 6 cups Chex Cereal, I used rice Chex, but you can pick your favorite.
- 2 cups Bugles
- 2 cups mini pretzels
- 1/2 cup butter, unsalted
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup candies, Reese's Pieces or M and M's
- 1 cup candy corn
Optional: 2 to 3 tablespoons Halloween sprinles
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Add the Rice Chex cereal, Bugles, and pretzels to a large mixing bowl.
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, or in a microwave safe bowl, melt the butter and brown sugar together. (I microwaved it for 60 seconds) Once melted, stir in the vanilla extract.
- Pour the melted butter and brown sugar over the cereal mixture and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
- Spread the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and bake for 30 minutes, stirring halfway. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely.
- Stir in the Reese's Pieces, candy corn, and Halloween sprinkles. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container until ready to enjoy.
Notes
- Stir Halfway: Stir the mixture halfway while baking so every piece is evenly coated.
- Cool Completely: Let the Chex Mix cool completely before adding the Reese’s Pieces, candy corn, and sprinkles so the candy doesn’t melt.
- Add the Candy Last: Stir in the candy and sprinkles after baking to keep the colors bright and festive.
- Store Properly: Keep leftover Chex Mix in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain its crisp texture.
- Perfect for Gifting: Package the cooled Chex Mix in treat bags, jars, or festive containers for Halloween party favors or homemade gifts.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
This recipe is the perfect mix of sweet and salty! I can’t stop eating it!