Halloween Trail Mix

Wow, you won't believe all the flavor combinations in this delicious and crunchy Halloween Trail Mix. As a matter of fact what's not to like about it? Keep reading to see all of our favorite gluten and dairy free snacks in one bowl. There's everything but the kitchen sink!

Prepare for every handful of this mix to be amazing. It's no surprise when you consider the mix has all of our favorites... chocolate vanilla creme cookies, puppy chow, pretzels, candy pumpkins, and candy corn.

You might call this a "party in a bowl." All these flavors complement each other well. And there is a bit of everything to make your taste buds enthralled. No doubt you'll look forward to enjoying this snack every fall.

Halloween Trail Mix Ingredient Notes

• pretzel sticks and twists-- Snyder's of Hanover sell delicious sticks and twists. You can purchase them on their website or Amazon.
• homemade Puppy Chow-- click here for an easy recipe. You'll find it's worth the extra time to add this to the mix. Honestly it's a star ingredient. You'll have a little puppy chow leftover from this recipe...in our home this doesn't last long.
• candy corn-- and don't forget about Brach's Autumn Mix with pumpkins, harvest corn, and classic candy corn. While this mix has gluten and dairy free ingredients, it's manufactured in a facility with milk, see their manufacturing statement here. If you're looking for something safer, consider the candy corns from YumEarth. Check out their FAQs page by clicking here.
• chocolate vanilla creme dream cookie-- produced by Glutino or Kinnikinnick. It's no surprise how fabulous these taste in this mix.
• optional add-ins-- mini marshmallows, popcorn, salted nuts, plain Chex Mix cereal, and even chocolate chips.

How to Make Halloween Trail Mix

1. Add the puppy chow, pretzel sticks, pretzel twists, Autumn Mix candy, and chopped cookies to a large bowl.
2. Gently toss everything together until evenly combined.
3. Serve right away, or store in an airtight container for 1-2 days (best enjoyed the same day it's mixed).

Recipe Tips

• Mix this trail mix in a large bowl so everything has room to combine evenly without crushing the pretzels or cookies.
• Add the puppy chow last so it doesn't get crushed by the heavier candy and pretzels.
• Portion into individual snack bags for a grab-and-go treat for parties, lunchboxes, or trick-or-treat handouts.

Halloween Trail Mix Variations

• Extra crunch – add plain Chex Mix cereal, salted nuts, or popcorn.
• Extra sweet – toss in mini marshmallows or dairy free chocolate chips.
• Nut free – skip any nut-based add-ins and double check your candy and cookie brands for cross-contamination warnings.
• Other holidays – swap the Autumn Mix candy for red and green M&M's-style candy at Christmas, or pastel candy for spring, to reuse this same base mix year-round.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make this trail mix ahead of time?

Yes, but it's best made close to when you plan to serve it. The pretzels and puppy chow can soften over time, so for the freshest crunch, mix it together the same day.

What should I serve with Halloween trail mix?

This trail mix is a fun addition to a Halloween party spread alongside other festive snacks, or pack it into individual bags for a portable treat.

What else can I add to this recipe?

See our variations section above for more ideas -- mini marshmallows, salted nuts, popcorn, and dairy free chocolate chips are all great additions.

How do I store leftover trail mix?

Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1-2 days. It's best enjoyed the same day it's mixed, since the pretzels and puppy chow can lose their crunch over time.

More fall recipes you love:

• Pumpkin Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting-- these cookies are so soft and they melt-in-your-mouth. You can't beat how good these are with or without the cream cheese frosting-- all gluten and dairy free.
• Candy Corn Brownies-- are so easy to bake. And crowds go crazy over the candy corns... you can't go wrong with them.
• A Smoking Hot Thanksgiving Turkey--we all know how valuable the oven is on Thanksgiving day. Once you try smoking the turkey you won't go back to using the oven. This recipe will walk you step by step through the smoking process.
• Thanksgiving Sweet Potato Bake-- is half veggie, half dessert. This will become your new Thanksgiving tradition.

In Conclusion:

Not only will this Halloween Trail Mix curb your sweet tooth, but it will also be the perfect fall snack to share. And can I get a "woot woot" that this recipe comes together in minutes?!

Be sure to follow me on Pinterest. I'm frequently adding new recipe ideas I love. And I've been adding so many new recipes to my "Best of Fall Food + Drinks" board. Follow it today so you don't miss out on one recipe.

Please let me know your favorite part of this Halloween Trail Mix. Was it the puppy chow? Or maybe the autumn mix of pumpkins and candy corns? Let me know below.

🎃 More Halloween treats: see our full Halloween Dessert Roundup — all gluten & dairy free.

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