Can I make Scarecrow Crunch Snack Mix ahead of time?

Yes, you can make this snack mix up to a week in advance. Simply store it in an airtight container at room temperature to keep it fresh. It’s a great make-ahead treat for parties and gatherings.

What can I substitute for candy pumpkins in the Scarecrow Crunch Snack Mix?

If you can’t find candy pumpkins, you can replace them with other seasonal candy like small gummy worms, chocolate-covered raisins, or even more candy corn. These alternatives will still give your mix a festive touch.

How can I make Scarecrow Crunch Snack Mix nut-free?

To make this snack mix nut-free, simply swap out the Reese’s Pieces for M&M’s or another candy without nuts. You can also ensure the caramel corn you use is nut-free.

Scarecrow Crunch Snack Mix: The Ultimate Halloween Treat

Description

Scarecrow Crunch Snack Mix is the perfect combination of sweet and salty flavors, making it a festive treat for Halloween, Thanksgiving, or any fall gathering. Easy to make and filled with delicious caramel corn, candy corn, pretzels, and more, this snack mix is sure to be a hit with both kids and adults!

Ingredients

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6 cups caramel corn with nuts
2 cups Shreddies cereal, plain or honey flavor
2 cups Pretzel twists
1/2 cup Candy corn
1/2 cup candy pumpkins
1/2 cup Reese’s Pieces
1/2 cup mini Rolos

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Instructions

In a large bowl, combine the caramel corn, Shreddies cereal, mini pretzels, candy corn, candy pumpkins, Reese’s Pieces, and mini Rolos.
Gently stir the ingredients together. Use a large metal spoon, and fold the ingredients from the side of the bowl, down to the bottom, then lift in the center.
Once the ingredients are evenly distributed, your snack mix is ready to serve or package into small bags for gifting.
If you prefer, you can pour the mix into cello bags and tie with orange ribbons for a festive touch.

Notes

Store the snack mix in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
If you’re short on time, feel free to use store-bought caramel corn to make the recipe even quicker.
For a nut-free version, replace Reese’s Pieces with M&M’s and use caramel corn without nuts.
You can substitute Shreddies with Life cereal or Chex cereal if you can’t find Shreddies.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Snack
Method: Mixing
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/2 cup
Calories: 220
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 250mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 5mg