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Quick & Easy Halloween Snack Mix with Pretzels & Candy Corn

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A quick and easy Halloween snack mix with salty pretzels, sweet candy corn, and crunchy peanuts that comes together in about ten minutes. Perfect for last-minute parties, school events, or weeknight cravings.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups mini pretzel twists
  • 1 ½ cups candy corn
  • 1 cup salted peanuts
  • ½ cup candy pumpkin pieces (optional)
  • ½ cup mini chocolate candies (optional)
  • ¼ cup dried cranberries or raisins (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (for baked version)
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar (for baked version)
  • ¼ teaspoon sea salt flakes (for baked version)

Instructions

  1. Prep your ingredients: Measure out pretzels, candy corn, and peanuts. If making the baked version, preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Combine the dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, gently toss pretzels, candy corn, and peanuts with your hands or a spatula until evenly distributed. Add optional ingredients if desired.
  3. For the baked version: Spread the mix onto a rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Drizzle with melted butter, sprinkle with brown sugar, and toss gently. Bake for 8-10 minutes, stirring halfway, until pretzels are lightly toasted and candy corn is just softening. Remove from oven, sprinkle with sea salt flakes, and cool completely.
  4. For the no-bake version: Simply combine all ingredients in a bowl and toss. Optionally, toss with 1 tablespoon melted coconut oil and a pinch of salt for extra richness.
  5. Taste and adjust: Take a small handful and adjust salt or ingredient ratios as needed.
  6. Transfer to serving bowl or storage: Pour into a serving bowl or an airtight container. If baked, ensure mix is completely cool before storing.

Notes

This mix keeps for up to a week in an airtight container at room temperature. It actually gets better after a day or two as flavors meld. For the baked version, watch candy corn carefully as it can go from soft to melted quickly. If using unsalted peanuts, add a generous pinch of flaky salt. Double the recipe for parties.

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