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Sweet and Salty Fall Snack Mix

  • Author: Emily Rhodes
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings 1x

Description

This easy autumn snack mix combines crunchy pretzels, nuts, dried fruit, chocolate, and festive candies for the perfect sweet and salty party treat. Quick to make and endlessly customizable, it’s a crowd-pleaser for gatherings, movie nights, and holiday celebrations.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups pretzel twists or sticks
  • 1 cup salted roasted peanuts (or pumpkin seeds for nut-free)
  • 1 1/2 cups corn cereal squares (e.g., Chex)
  • 1 cup caramel popcorn
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter candies (e.g., Reese’s Pieces)
  • 1/4 cup candy corn (optional)
  • 1/2 cup maple-glazed pecans (or regular pecans/walnuts)
  • 1 cup seasonal cereal (pumpkin spice or cinnamon flavor)
  • 1/2 cup mini pretzel rods (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Gather all ingredients and equipment. Set out a large mixing bowl, measuring cups, and spatula.
  2. Add pretzel twists, corn cereal squares, and caramel popcorn to the bowl.
  3. Mix in salted peanuts and maple-glazed pecans (or seeds for nut-free). Toss gently.
  4. Sprinkle in dried cranberries, separating any clumps.
  5. Add mini chocolate chips, peanut butter candies, and candy corn. Mix gently.
  6. Pour in seasonal cereal and optional mini pretzel rods.
  7. Sprinkle ground cinnamon over the mix.
  8. Toss gently but thoroughly until well blended and colorful.
  9. Taste for balance; adjust with more pretzels or popcorn if needed.
  10. Transfer to a serving bowl or tray. Stir for even distribution.
  11. Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 1 week at room temperature or freeze for longer.

Notes

Customize with your favorite cereals, candies, or nuts. For gluten-free, use GF pretzels and cereal. For nut-free, swap nuts for seeds. Add mini marshmallows or dried apples for extra autumn flair. If mix is sticky, let air out for 10 minutes before serving. Chill briefly if chocolate chips melt.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Snack
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/2 cup (about 40g)
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 13
  • Sodium: 180
  • Fat: 8
  • Saturated Fat: 2
  • Carbohydrates: 28
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 4

Keywords: fall snack mix, autumn party snack, sweet and salty snack, Halloween snack, Thanksgiving snack, easy snack mix, party food, kid-friendly snack, gluten-free option, nut-free option

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