Halloween Monster Munch Snack Mix: Delightful 6-Ingredient Treat
Create a fun and festive Halloween Monster Munch Snack Mix, perfect for parties and trick-or-treaters. This easy recipe combines sweet and salty flavors for a crowd-pleasing treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: About 10 cups
- Category: Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups popped popcorn
- 2 cups Halloween-colored pretzels
- 1 cup candy corn
- 1 cup Halloween M&M’s
- 1/2 cup peanuts or other nuts (optional)
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the popped popcorn, pretzels, candy corn, M&M’s, and nuts (if using).
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined.
- Pour the butter mixture over the dry ingredients and toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
- Spread the mixture in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 300°F (150°C) for 10-12 minutes, stirring halfway through, until lightly golden and fragrant.
- Let the snack mix cool completely on the baking sheet before breaking it apart.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature.
Notes
- For an extra festive touch, add Halloween-themed sprinkles.
- You can customize the mix with your favorite candies and snacks.
- Ensure the snack mix is completely cool before storing to prevent clumping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: Approximately 350
- Sugar: Approximately 25g
- Sodium: Approximately 200mg
- Fat: Approximately 18g
- Saturated Fat: Approximately 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approximately 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approximately 45g
- Fiber: Approximately 2g
- Protein: Approximately 4g
- Cholesterol: Approximately 15mg
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