This S'mores Trail Mix is the best easy no bake snack that brings all the classic campfire flavors into one irresistible bowl. With crunchy cereal, gooey marshmallows, rich chocolate, and salty pretzels, every bite is perfectly balanced. It's quick to make, fun to eat, and perfect for sharing. Whether it's movie night or a party, this mix disappears fast.
Recipe Essentials
- 🍽️ Course: Snack
- ⏱️ Cooking Time: 5 minutes
- 🍴 Servings: 5 servings
- 🧄 Flavor Profile: Sweet, salty, chocolatey, crunchy
- 🍚 Best Served With: Movie nights, parties, lunchboxes
- 🧊 Make Ahead?: Yes, stores well
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This is one of those fun recipes you can throw together in minutes with ingredients you likely already have on hand. It's perfect for busy days, road trips, or last-minute gatherings. The combination of textures makes every bite exciting and satisfying. Once you try it, you'll find endless ways to customize it.
This was inspired by my s'mores snack mix and churro snack mix on this site, and pairs well with this Ritz muddy buddies.
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Why You Will Love This Recipe
- Quick and easy: Budget-friendly snack that comes together in minutes with no baking required
- Perfect balance: Every crunchy, chewy, crispy bite is sweet and salty
- Kid-friendly snack: A favorite for kids and adults alike that's perfect for sharing
- Portable: Easy to pack for travel or lunchboxes
Ingredients
This recipe uses simple, easy-to-find ingredients, making it perfect for a quick snack without a special grocery trip.
- Cinnamon Toast Crunch: Gives sweetness and crunch while mimicking graham flavor
- Small Twist Pretzels: Adds the essential salty contrast to balance sweetness
- Chocolate Chex: Boosts chocolate flavor and adds texture variety
- Mini Marshmallows: Brings that classic s'mores chewiness
- Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chunks: Provides rich chocolate flavor in every bite
See the recipe card below for the exact quantities of each ingredient.
Variations
- Peanut butter: Add peanut butter chips, peanut butter cups or Reese's pieces
- Cookies and cream: Add quartered chocolate sandwich cookies like Oreos or your favorite flavor
- Popcorn: Add your favorite popcorn or our Oreo popcorn
- Caramel: Add caramel bits, caramel pearls or quartered caramels
- Nuts: Add almonds, pecans, walnuts or peanuts for crunch
Instructions
This recipe is incredibly easy and comes together in just a few simple steps. No cooking required, making it perfect for beginners.
Step 1: Gather your ingredients.
Place all of your ingredients into a large bowl. Feel free to add more or less of each ingredient according to your taste.
Step 2: Gently Mix. Toss ingredients carefully until evenly distributed. Place the trail mix in a serving bowl or resealable bag or bags to take along with you.
Recipe Tips
- Add chocolate last: Prevents melting and smearing during mixing
- Toss gently: Keeps cereal and pretzels from breaking apart
- Use a large mixing bowl: Helps distribute ingredients evenly
- Store in a cool place: Prevents chocolate from melting
- Use bite-sized ingredients: Makes it easier to snack and portion
- Avoid humidity: Keeps cereal crisp
If you love recipes like this s'mores trail mix, you may also enjoy ranch snack mix and Buffalo snack mix.
Storage Directions
Store your s'mores trail mix properly to keep it fresh and crunchy.
Room Temperature: Store in airtight container in a cool place for up to 4 days
Refrigeration and Freezing: Not recommended due to texture changes
Make Ahead: Perfect for prepping a day or two in advance
Serving Suggestions
- Serve in bowls for movie night with homemade Cheez its and butter toffee pretzels
- Pack in lunchboxes or road trips
- Bring to parties or gatherings with muddy buddy pretzels
- Add to dessert boards
- Serve in individual cups at sleepovers or as an after-school snack of hot honey pretzels and ranch popcorn
S'mores Trail Mix Recipe FAQs
S'mores trail mix is a sweet and salty snack made with chocolate, marshmallows, and graham-style ingredients, inspired by classic campfire s'mores.
Simply combine cereal, pretzels, marshmallows, and chocolate in a large bowl and mix until evenly distributed.
Yes, this snack mix is perfect for making ahead and storing for later.
It will stay fresh for up to 4 days when stored in an airtight container.
Yes, you can use Golden Grahams, Chex, or any crunchy cereal you prefer.
Store it in a cool, dry place and avoid humidity to keep everything crisp.
Yes, it's perfect for parties, movie nights, and gatherings.
Absolutely, you can add candies, cookies, or popcorn to create your own version.
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S'mores Trail Mix
Ingredients
- 1 cup Cinnamon Toast Crunch
- 1 cup Small Twist Pretzels
- 1 cup Chocolate Chex
- 1 cup Mini Marshmallows
- 1 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chunks or chocolate chips
Instructions
- Place all of your ingredients into a large bowl and toss them gently until evenly distributed.
- Feel free to add more or less of each ingredient according to your taste.
- Place the trail mix in a serving bowl or resealable bag or bags until needed.
Notes
- Add chocolate last: Prevents melting and smearing during mixing
- Toss gently: Keeps cereal and pretzels from breaking apart
- Use a large mixing bowl: Helps distribute ingredients evenly
- Store in a cool place: Prevents chocolate from melting
- Use bite-sized ingredients: Makes it easier to snack and portion
- Avoid humidity: Keeps cereal crisp
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