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Easy Fall Harvest Snack Mix Recipe (Best Candy Corn Snack)

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This Easy Fall Harvest Snack Mix with Candy Corn is a quick and irresistible salty-sweet snack, perfect for fall gatherings. Roasted with butter and brown sugar, it transforms simple pantry ingredients into a crowd-pleasing treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup candy corn
  • 2 cups mini pretzels
  • 1 cup roasted salted pecans
  • 2 cups O-shaped toasted oat cereal (e.g., Cheerios)
  • ½ cup pumpkin seeds (pepitas), optional
  • ½ cup dried cranberries
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons light brown sugar, packed
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon salt (skip if using salted nuts)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mini pretzels, oat cereal, pecans, and pumpkin seeds (if using). Toss to distribute evenly. Do not add candy corn or dried cranberries yet.
  3. In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter. Stir in the brown sugar, cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
  4. Pour the butter mixture over the dry ingredients and toss thoroughly until every piece is coated.
  5. Spread the mixture in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet, keeping it as close to a single layer as possible.
  6. Bake for 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and stir well.
  7. Bake for another 8-10 minutes, until golden brown and fragrant.
  8. Remove from the oven and immediately sprinkle the candy corn and dried cranberries over the top. Gently stir them in while the mix is still warm.
  9. Let the snack mix cool completely on the baking sheet, about 20-30 minutes.
  10. Break up any large clumps with your hands. Transfer to a serving bowl or store in an airtight container.

Notes

Add candy corn after baking to avoid melting. Use fresh candy corn for best results. For gluten-free, use certified gluten-free pretzels and cereal. For nut-free, replace pecans with additional pretzels or pumpkin seeds. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. Reheat in a 300°F oven for 5 minutes if it loses crunch.

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