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Christmas is all about sharing joy and what better way to do that than with colorful, crunchy, and sweet trail mixes? Whether you’re hosting guests, planning a holiday movie night, or looking for the perfect edible gift, Christmas trail mix is a fun and easy snack that everyone loves.
You can customize it with festive candies, nuts, dried fruits, and even a touch of spice for that holiday flavor.
These mixes are great for gifting in jars, packing for road trips, or simply enjoying by the handful while wrapping presents. Here are 15 festive Christmas trail mix recipes to snack on all season long!
1. Classic Christmas Trail Mix
A cheerful blend of red and green M&M’s, pretzels, roasted peanuts, mini marshmallows, and white chocolate chips. It’s sweet, salty, and perfectly festive, a crowd-pleaser that’s impossible to stop munching on.
Nutrition per serving:
- Calories: 210
- Protein: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fat: 10g
- Sugar: 16g
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2. Peppermint White Chocolate Trail Mix
This mix combines popcorn, pretzels, mini marshmallows, and crushed candy canes drizzled with melted white chocolate. It’s a minty, crunchy treat that tastes like a winter wonderland in every bite.
Nutrition per serving:
- Calories: 230
- Protein: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fat: 11g
- Sugar: 18g
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3. Gingerbread Trail Mix
A cozy holiday favorite mini gingerbread cookies, cinnamon almonds, dried cranberries, and white chocolate chips make this mix smell and taste just like Christmas cookies in snack form.
Nutrition per serving:
- Calories: 250
- Protein: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fat: 12g
- Sugar: 20g
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4. Cranberry Pistachio Trail Mix
A beautifully colorful mix of dried cranberries, shelled pistachios, white chocolate chunks, and golden raisins. It’s a sweet, tangy, and nutty combination that feels both festive and elegant.
Nutrition per serving:
- Calories: 220
- Protein: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fat: 10g
- Sugar: 17g
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5. S’mores Christmas Trail Mix
Mini graham crackers, chocolate chunks, and marshmallows come together with a sprinkle of red and green candies for a seasonal twist on the classic campfire favorite. Perfect for kids (and kids at heart).
Nutrition per serving:
- Calories: 240
- Protein: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fat: 10g
- Sugar: 21g
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6. Chocolate Pretzel Crunch Mix
Crunchy pretzels, roasted almonds, and dark chocolate chunks coated lightly with sea salt. This sweet-salty combo is simple yet totally addictive. Add red and green candies for that extra Christmas pop!
Nutrition per serving:
- Calories: 230
- Protein: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fat: 11g
- Sugar: 14g
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7. Cinnamon Sugar Snack Mix
A sweet, toasty mix of cereal squares, pecans, and pretzel bites baked with a cinnamon-sugar coating. It’s like Christmas in a bowl crispy, caramelized, and perfect for snacking by the fire.
Nutrition per serving:
- Calories: 260
- Protein: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fat: 11g
- Sugar: 18g
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8. Holiday Nutty Chocolate Mix
For those who love nuts, this mix features almonds, cashews, pecans, and hazelnuts tossed with chocolate chips and dried cherries. It’s indulgent, slightly crunchy, and balanced with just the right amount of sweetness.
Nutrition per serving:
- Calories: 270
- Protein: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fat: 18g
- Sugar: 13g
Get the Holiday Nutty Chocolate Mix recipe.
9. Rudolph’s Red-Nosed Trail Mix
A fun and festive mix for kids popcorn, mini pretzels, red M&M’s, mini marshmallows, and chocolate-coated raisins. It’s colorful, crunchy, and perfect for holiday parties or movie nights.
Nutrition per serving:
- Calories: 220
- Protein: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fat: 9g
- Sugar: 19g
Get the Rudolph’s Red-Nosed Trail Mix recipe.
10. White Chocolate Cranberry Crunch
A festive blend of crispy rice cereal, dried cranberries, pretzels, and white chocolate drizzle. It’s light, crunchy, and perfectly sweet ideal for gifting in decorative jars.
Nutrition per serving:
- Calories: 240
- Protein: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fat: 11g
- Sugar: 17g
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11. Maple Pecan Snack Mix
This cozy mix combines roasted pecans, oat clusters, dried cherries, and a light maple glaze. It’s toasty, sweet, and aromatic the perfect seasonal snack to enjoy with hot cocoa or coffee.
Nutrition per serving:
- Calories: 250
- Protein: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fat: 13g
- Sugar: 15g
Get the Maple Pecan Snack Mix recipe.
12. Mistletoe Munch Mix
A fun and festive snack mix made with chocolate cereal squares, pretzel twists, mini peanut butter cups, and red-and-green candies. It’s sweet, crunchy, and totally irresistible perfect for party bowls.
Nutrition per serving:
- Calories: 260
- Protein: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fat: 12g
- Sugar: 20g
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13. Spiced Ginger Nut Mix
Roasted almonds, pecans, and cashews tossed in a glaze of brown sugar, ginger, and cinnamon. This lightly spiced mix has a subtle heat and sweetness that makes it feel festive and grown-up.
Nutrition per serving:
- Calories: 280
- Protein: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fat: 21g
- Sugar: 10g
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14. Peppermint Chocolate Popcorn Mix
A minty and chocolatey delight popcorn coated in melted chocolate and sprinkled with crushed candy canes. It’s crispy, refreshing, and makes an excellent edible gift in treat bags.
Nutrition per serving:
- Calories: 230
- Protein: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fat: 11g
- Sugar: 18g
Get the Peppermint Chocolate Popcorn Mix recipe.
15. Holiday Fruit & Nut Mix
A naturally sweet and wholesome option featuring dried apricots, cranberries, golden raisins, almonds, and pistachios. It’s simple, nutritious, and perfect for guests who prefer lighter snacking.
Nutrition per serving:
- Calories: 220
- Protein: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fat: 11g
- Sugar: 15g
