Monster Munch is a quick, no-bake Halloween snack mix made with cereal, pretzels, Bugles, candy corn, M&M's, and peanuts. This sweet-and-salty party treat takes just 5 minutes to prepare and is perfect for spooky gatherings, after-school snacks, or trick-or-treat surprises.
This delicious treat is a perfect afternoon snack, a Halloween Party goodie, or a Trick-or-Treat surprise for neighborhood kids, young and old.
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Recipe at a Glance
- Ready In: 5 minutes
- Equipment: Large bowl and wooden spoon
- Ingredients: Honeycomb cereal, Oat Square cereal, Itty Bitty pretzels, Bugles, Candy Corn, Mellowcreme Pumpkins, Halloween M&Ms, and Unsalted Peanuts
- Makes: 12 servings
- Difficulty: Easy
- Make-Ahead Friendly: Yes
- Kid-Ahead Friendly: Yes
- Gift Friendly: Yes
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Quick & Easy: Ready in 5 minutes and no cooking required.
- Kid-Friendly: A fun treat that little hands can help assemble.
- Perfect for Halloween: Packed with candy corn and pumpkins for festive flair.
- Customizable: Substitute your favorite cereals, chocolates, or salty add-ins.
- Crowd-Pleaser: A big-batch snack everyone will grab by the handful!
Ingredients - What I Used
Simple Step-by-Step Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a large bowl.
- Stir gently until evenly mixed.
- Store in an airtight container or package in clear cone or treat bags for parties or gifting.
This Monster Munch Snack Mix is everything you want in a Halloween treat-quick, fun, festive, and delicious. Whether you're hosting a spooky party, packing trick-or-treat bags, or just craving a sweet-and-salty snack, this no-bake mix is sure to disappear fast! Yum!
Frequently Asked Questions
Cheerios, Chex, or Crispix all work great in this mix.
Yes! Prepare up to a week in advance and store in an airtight container.
Feel free to omit the peanuts, or substiture toasted pecans.
Recipe Tips and Variations
- Mixing: I like to use a large wooden spoon to prevent crushing the candy and cereal.
- Storage: If I'm not packaging the Monster Munch, I keep it sealed in a gallon Ziploc bag at room temperature. It should stay crispy for up to a week. - Keep sealed in an airtight container for up to 1 week at room temperature.
- Packaging and Gifting: My favorite way to package the Monster Munch is to use clear cone-shaped bags tied with either raffia or Halloween-themed ribbon. Sometimes, I'll add a decorative label for special gifts.
- Chocolate Lovers: For an extra special treat, I sometimes add Reese's Pieces, mini peanut butter cups, or chocolate-covered raisins.
- Healthier Swap: Dried cranberries, sunflower seeds, or whole-grain cereal are delicious substitutes or additions to this recipe.
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Monster Munch (Sweet & Salty Halloween Snack Mix)
Equipment
- Large Bowl
- Wooden spoon
- Cellophane cone-shaped treat bags
- Raffia
Ingredients
- 2 cups (1.6 ounces) Honeycomb Cereal
- 2 cups (4 ounces) Oat Square Cereal
- 2 cups (3.5 ounces) Itty Bitty or Snap Pretzels
- 2 cups (1.6 ounces) Bugles
- 1 ½ cups (9 ounces) Candy Corn
- 1 cup (8 ounces) Mellowcreme Pumpkins
- 1 cup (7 ounces) Halloween M&M's
- 1 cup (5 ounces) unsalted peanuts
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a large bowl. Stir with wooden spoon to combine.
- Seal in airtight container.
- Yield: 11-½ cups.
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