This Halloween Chex Mix is a festive, crowd-pleasing snack perfect for parties and family gatherings. A base of classic Muddy Buddies (also called puppy chow in some regions) gets a Halloween makeover with candy corn, candy pumpkins, and a colorful Ghoul’s Mix of M&M’s. For an extra whimsical touch, white chocolate–drizzled pretzels become adorable mummy pretzels with tiny candy eyes—an easy, kid-friendly activity that adults will enjoy too.
This version starts with the familiar chocolate-peanut butter Chex coating and adds seasonal candies and decorated pretzels for texture, color, and charm. It’s simple to make, stores well, and can be customized to whatever candies are available or preferred.
How to Make Halloween Muddy Buddies
What You’ll need:
- 8 cups Chex cereal (any combination of wheat, rice, or corn)
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup smooth peanut butter
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 cups mini chocolate-covered pretzels (Flipz or similar)
- 1 cup white melting wafers or white chocolate chips
- Candy eyeballs for decorating
- 1 cup Brach’s “Autumn Blend” candy (or plain candy corn)
- 1 cup peanut or regular M&M’s (Ghoul’s Mix or fall-colored candies)
To Make the Chex Mix (Puppy Chow)
1. Place the Chex cereal in a large bowl and set aside.
2. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips, peanut butter, and butter. Microwave on high for about 30 seconds, stir, then heat in 15-second intervals until smooth. Alternatively, melt the mixture in a heat-safe bowl set over simmering water, stirring frequently.
3. Stir in the vanilla, pour the chocolate-peanut butter mixture over the cereal, and gently toss until evenly coated.
4. Transfer the coated cereal to a large resealable bag, bowl with a lid, or stockpot. Add the powdered sugar, seal or cover, and shake until the cereal is fully coated with powdered sugar.
5. Spread the mixture out on a sheet pan or leave it in the bowl to cool while you prepare the pretzel mummies.
Making the Chocolate-Covered Pretzel Mummies
1. Melt the white melting wafers or white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl for 30 seconds, stirring, then continue in 15-second intervals until smooth. Or melt over simmering water, stirring often.
2. Transfer the melted white chocolate to a piping bag, squeeze bottle, or a zip-top bag with a small corner snipped off for the drizzle.
3. Arrange the chocolate-covered pretzels in a single layer on parchment or wax paper. Using the piping bag or squeeze bottle, drizzle white chocolate back and forth to create mummy “bandages,” adding a bit more white at one end to resemble the head.
4. While the drizzle is still wet, add candy eyeballs to form the face. Repeat until all pretzels are decorated, then chill in the refrigerator for about 5 minutes to set.
Assembling the Halloween Snack Mix
1. In a large serving bowl, combine the powdered-sugar-coated Chex mixture with the candy corn (or Autumn Blend) and the M&M’s. Toss lightly to distribute evenly.
2. Add the chilled mummy pretzels on top or gently mix them in, depending on how fragile they are.
3. Transfer to a serving dish and enjoy this cute, spooky snack that’s perfect for Halloween parties, classroom treats, or movie nights.
How do I store my Snack Mix and how long does it keep?
Stored in an airtight container at room temperature, this Halloween Chex Mix will keep for about one week, though it’s likely to be eaten before then. The mummy pretzels can be made a few days ahead: once set, place them in a single layer on a plate or sheet pan, wrap tightly in plastic, and keep at room temperature or refrigerated.
Do I need to refrigerate this snack mix?
No. The mix is fine at room temperature. You may chill the Chex mixture or pretzels briefly to set chocolate during preparation, but long-term refrigeration isn’t necessary.
Substitutions and Variations
If seasonal candies are limited, swap in alternatives—Reese’s Pieces or other fall-colored candies work well instead of themed M&M’s. Use straight candy corn or all candy pumpkins if an autumn blend isn’t available. If you prefer not to make mummy pretzels, use undecorated chocolate-covered pretzels or plain pretzels. Other fun additions include candy bones, gummy worms, mini marshmallows, mini peanut butter cups, or homemade themed cookies. Feel free to get creative—the recipe is flexible and forgiving.
Happy Halloween Friends!
Other Recipes You Might Like:
- Spooky Chocolate Spider Cake
- Halloween Oreo Dirt Cups
- Halloween Popcorn Balls
- Halloween Rice Krispie Treats
- Graveyard Brownies
- M&M Cookie Bars
- S’mores Bars
- Cookies and Cream Muddy Buddies
Mummy Munch Snack Mix For Halloween
Ingredients
- 8 cups Chex cereal (any combo)
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup smooth peanut butter
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 cups mini chocolate-covered pretzels
- 1 cup white melting wafers or white chocolate chips
- Candy eyeballs
- 1 cup Brach’s Autumn Blend or candy corn
- 1 cup peanut or regular M&M’s (Ghoul’s Mix)
Instructions
- Measure 8 cups Chex cereal into a large bowl and set aside.
- Melt 1 cup chocolate chips, 1/2 cup peanut butter, and 1/4 cup butter in 30-second microwave intervals, stirring until smooth, or melt over simmering water. Stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla.
- Pour the chocolate mixture over the cereal and gently toss to coat.
- Place coated cereal into a large resealable bag or covered bowl, add 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar, and shake until fully coated.
- To make pretzel mummies, melt 1 cup white melting wafers and transfer to a piping bag or zip-top bag with a small corner snipped off. Drizzle over 2 cups chocolate-covered pretzels, add candy eyeballs to the wet drizzle, and chill to set.
- Combine the powdered-sugar Chex mix with 1 cup candy corn (or Autumn Blend) and 1 cup M&M’s. Toss lightly, add the mummy pretzels, and serve.