Sweet and Salty Candy Corn Snack Mix
This Halloween, whip up this Sweet and Salty Candy Corn Snack Mix that’s perfect for a party! With just 3 ingredients, this no-bake dessert is a simple and quick treat that is perfect for Fall. Toss it together in minutes, and watch it disappear just as fast!
Like half of the population, I am in the camp that actually loves candy corn. I know others despise it and if that’s you, then you may want to go for a Savory BBQ Trail Mix or a Healthy Coconut Trail Mix instead. This recipe, is for my candy corn Mellocreme pumpkin loving friends!
I first was introduced to this mix back when I was living in Hawaii when my husband was in the military. A friend made it and I seriously could not stop eating it. There was sweet, there was salty, there was CRUNCH! It truly had everything. With just 3 ingredients, this Halloween party mix tastes just like a mix between a Payday or Butterfinger. I’ve perfected my ratio of how much of each ingredient to add, but feel free to change it up to suit your tastes or add a fun mix-in!
Serve this sweet and salty candy corn mix in festive Halloween-themed bowls for a spooky touch at your party, or portion it into individual treat bags for trick-or-treaters or party favors. It’s also a great snack to pack up for road trips or as an easy grab-and-go school snack.
🎃Candy Corn Party Mix Ingredients
Candy Corn: That chewy, slightly waxy texture and sweet taste really shine as the main ingredient. I like to use a mix of candy corn and Mellocreme Pumpkins, but you can mix and match however you like.
Roasted Salted Peanuts: The salt and crunch with that nutty taste really adds a great flavor to this mix. I would caution against using honey roasted peanuts because I’ve found that they make this mixture TOO sweet.
White Chocolate Chips: Creamy white chocolate really balances out the flavor and adds a sweet sophistication to the mixture.
🎥Watch Me Make It (VIDEO)
🥨Mix Ins
- Pretzel Sticks – Adds a salty crunch and balances out the sweetness.
- Mini Marshmallows – For extra chewiness and a touch of gooey fun.
- Caramel Popcorn – A sweet and salty twist that brings in a light, airy texture.
- Chocolate-Covered Espresso Beans – For a bold, bitter contrast and a little caffeine kick.
- Butterscotch Chips – To double down on that Butterfinger-like flavor.
- Toffee Bits – Adds a buttery, crunchy sweetness that pairs well with candy corn.
- M&M’s (peanut or regular) – Colorful, crunchy, and a fun chocolate addition.
- Crushed Graham Crackers – A subtle sweetness and a nod to s’mores flavors.
- Cinnamon Sugar Almonds – Brings a spicy-sweet element to the mix.
- Dried Cranberries – For a tart and chewy contrast to the other sweet ingredients.
❔FAQ
Dark chocolate will add a rich, slightly bitter flavor that balances out the sweetness of the candy corn. It’s a great alternative if you prefer less sweetness.
You can swap peanuts for cashews, almonds, or even pecans. Just make sure they’re salted to keep that sweet and salty balance in the mix.
You can add in pretzels, salted pumpkin seeds, or even some crunchy cereal like Chex to up the savory factor. A sprinkle of everything bagel seasoning could also give it a unique twist.
If it’s too sweet, you can reduce the amount of candy corn or add more salty mix-ins like pretzels or nuts to balance the flavors. You can also use dark chocolate instead of white chocolate for less sweetness.
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Sweet and Salty Candy Corn Snack Mix
Ingredients
- 22 oz Candy Corn 2 bags
- 16 oz Roasted Salted Peanuts
- 1 cup White Chocolate Chips
Instructions
- To a large mixing bowl, pour in the peanuts, candy corn, and white chocolate chips.
- Toss until everything is evenly distributed.
- Store in an airtight container for one month.
