Get your Halloween party started with this delicious and spooky party mix. It's packed with a variety of sweet and savory snacks that both kids and adults will love. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can have a festive and tasty treat that will be the highlight of your Halloween celebration. So grab your cauldron and get ready to mix up some frightfully delicious fun!
Ingredients
- 2 cups pretzel sticks
- 2 cups Chex cereal
- 1 cup candy corn
- 1 cup dry roasted peanuts
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1/2 cup Halloween themed M&M's
- 1/2 cup Halloween themed gummy worms
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin spice
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the pretzel sticks, Chex cereal, candy corn, peanuts, marshmallows, M&M's, and gummy worms.
- In a separate small bowl, mix together the melted butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and pumpkin spice.
- Pour the butter mixture over the dry ingredients in the large bowl and toss until everything is well coated.
- Spread the mixture onto a baking sheet in an even layer.
- Bake for 10 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the mixture is lightly toasted.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool completely.
- Once cooled, transfer the party mix to serving bowls or jars and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Candy corn was invented in the 1880s and is one of the most popular Halloween candies in the United States.
Pretzels were invented in the early 7th century by European monks.
Chex cereal was first introduced in 1937 and has become a staple in many snack mix recipes.
Halloween themed M&M's are available in various colors and designs, making them perfect for adding a festive touch to your party mix.