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Halloween Harvest Chex Mix

Halloween Harvest Chex Mix

Halloween Harvest Chex Mix is a cozy and festive snack that blends crunchy cereals, nuts, warm pumpkin spice, and sweet butterscotch chips with vibrant orange and black candy corn. Perfect for fall gatherings and Halloween parties, this mix combines sweet, salty, and spiced flavors with an irresistible crunch and seasonal colors.

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 8 cups 1x

Ingredients

Scale

Cereal Base

  • 3 cups Rice Chex Cereal
  • 3 cups Wheat Chex Cereal

Nuts and Mix-ins

  • 1 cup Mixed Nuts (adjust types or substitute with toasted pumpkin or sunflower seeds for nut-free option)
  • 1 cup Butterscotch Chips
  • 1 cup Orange and Black Candy Corn

Seasoning and Coating

  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) Butter
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 2 tsp Pumpkin Spice Seasoning (cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather all cereals, nuts, spices, and mix-ins, measuring them carefully to balance flavors and textures.
  2. Melt the Butter Mixture: In a saucepan over low heat, melt the butter with brown sugar and vanilla extract, stirring continuously until smooth and gently bubbling to form a rich glaze.
  3. Season the Mix: Pour the butter mixture over the cereals and nuts in a large bowl. Add the pumpkin spice seasoning, then toss thoroughly to coat every piece evenly with the flavorful glaze.
  4. Bake for Crunch: Spread the coated mix in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake in a preheated oven at 250°F (120°C) for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes to prevent burning and ensure even toasting.
  5. Cool and Add Candy: Remove the mix from the oven and allow it to cool completely. Once cooled, gently fold in the orange and black candy corn along with the butterscotch chips to preserve their texture and appearance.

Notes

  • Use fresh pumpkin spice seasoning for a more vibrant and aromatic flavor.
  • Stir the mix regularly during baking to prevent burning and achieve even crispness.
  • Cool the mixture completely before adding candy to avoid melting and stickiness.
  • Store in airtight containers to maintain freshness and crunch for up to two weeks.
  • Measure butter carefully; too much makes the mix soggy, too little results in less flavor.
  • Author: Lina
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/2 cup
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: Halloween snack, Chex mix, fall snack, pumpkin spice, festive party mix, gluten free snack