Halloween Chex Mix

🎃Why You'll Love This Halloween Recipe

Halloween Chex Mix is the ultimate crowd-pleaser — it bridges the sweet and savory camps at any party, makes a enormous batch from pantry staples, and keeps for two weeks. The candy corn and M&Ms stirred in after baking give it that unmistakable Halloween look with zero extra effort.

🧺Ingredients for Halloween Chex Mix

• 3 cups Corn Chex cereal
• 3 cups Rice Chex cereal
• 2 cups pretzel twists
• 1 cup mixed nuts
• 1/2 cup butter, melted
• 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 1/2 tsp seasoned salt
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• 1 cup candy corn
• 1 cup Halloween M&Ms

👩‍🍳How to Make Halloween Chex Mix Step by Step

1. Mix the base. In a large roasting pan, combine both Chex cereals, pretzels, and nuts.
2. Season. Whisk the melted butter with Worcestershire, seasoned salt, garlic powder, and onion powder. Pour over the mix and toss to coat evenly.
3. Bake low. Bake at 250°F (120°C) for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes, until toasty and crisp.
4. Cool. Spread on parchment or paper towels and cool completely — it crisps up as it cools.
5. Halloween-fy. Once completely cool, toss with candy corn and M&Ms. Serve in a big bowl.

🎃Halloween Party Serving Ideas

Pair with the sweet Monster Muddy Buddies for a sweet + savory snack station, or portion into jars as edible gifts.

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❓Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make Halloween Chex mix in the microwave?

Yes — microwave the seasoned mix 6 minutes, stirring every 2 minutes. The oven version gets toastier, but microwave works in a pinch.

How long does it keep?

Up to 2 weeks in an airtight container at room temperature. It rarely lasts that long.

Can I make it gluten-free?

Use Rice and Corn Chex (both GF) with gluten-free pretzels and GF Worcestershire sauce. Skip the Wheat Chex entirely.

Can I reduce the salt?

Cut the seasoned salt in half and use unsalted butter. The Worcestershire still gives plenty of savory flavor.