Easy Red, White & Blue Snack Mix (4th of July No-Bake Recipe)

This easy patriotic snack comes together in minutes with no baking or cooking, which is ideal for busy party-planning days. It's always a big hit with everyone. My daughter loves picking out the M&M's, so my husband and I constantly have to re-fill them. Of course that doesn't come without us grabbing a handful of the snack mix each time, so this recipe really doesn't last long either way.

For more red, white, and blue recipes, try my Summer Berry Ricotta Parfait or Whipped Ricotta Crostini. They’re just as quick and easy. Now, let's toss some popcorn!

This colorful patriotic snack mix is sweet, salty, crunchy, and ready in 10 minutes! It’s one of our favorite recipes for July parties and picnics.

Easy holiday snack: Being a no-cook and no-bake recipe ranks it high on the list of effortlessness.

Kid-friendly: Little ones can take the lead on this snack mix as it just requires gentle tossing.

Versatile: Add a red candy melts drizzle, skip the raisins, or mix in rice Chex cereal.

Make-ahead: Stays fresh for days in case you're prepping in advance.

This red white and blue snack mix uses simple ingredients for an addictive sweet-and-salty crunch! Scroll to the recipe card at the end of this post for the full recipe with ingredient amounts.

• Plain popcorn: I prefer them plain or lightly salted, but even buttered popcorn works.
• Mini pretzels: You can also use chopped pretzel rods.
• Roasted peanuts: Almonds, pecans, and walnuts are great swaps.
• Raisins: Golden raisins or dried cranberries are fine too.
• White chocolate chips: Feel free to use chopped white chocolate or white chocolate bark instead.
• Honey graham crackers: I also like cinnamon graham crackers for the recipe.
• Red, white & blue M&M’s: These are seasonal M&M's sold for patriotic holidays. When I can't find them, I pick out the blue and red ones from regular M&M's bags.

See recipe card for quantities.

Here's a quick run-down of how to throw the perfect patriotic snack together in minutes! Scroll to the bottom of the post for the full recipe card.

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine popcorn, pretzels, nuts, dried cranberries, white chocolate chips, red, white & blue M&M’s, and crushed graham crackers. Gently toss until everything is evenly mixed. Serve in snack cups or store in an airtight container.

This red white and blue snack mix is easy to customize depending on the season and what's in your pantry! Try these yummy twists so you can make this snack mix year-round:

Add a drizzle: Melt red candy melts according to package instructions. Drizzle it over the snack mix and let it set completely to create clusters. Then gently break it up with your fingers for an easy colorful treat.

Make it nut-free: Skip the peanuts and add extra pretzels or popcorn.

St. Patrick's snack mix: Swap the red, white, and blue M&M's for green ones. You can even toss in ½ cup Lucky Charm's marshmallows.

Make it crunchier: Add 1-2 cups rice Chex cereal or diced Rice Krispies treats to the mix for more texture.

This colorful snack packed with red, white, and blue colors is perfect for backyard parties, picnics, snack bags, and all your July plans! Here are our favorite ways to enjoy it:

• Serve in bowls at 4th of July, Memorial Day, or Labor Day parties.
• Package in treat bags for picnic tables, gifts, or party favors along with my Funfetti Popcorn.
• Place on snack boards along with my Mexican Chamoy Candy, Chocolate Dipped Rice Krispies Treats, and Ice Cream Cone Cake Pops.
• Enjoy with lemonade or iced tea on a hot summer day.
• Prepare for summer cookouts along with my Mexican Fruit Salad, Street Corn Pasta Salad, and Corn Black Bean Feta Dip.

This crunchy salty-and-sweet treat stays fresh for days! Here’s how to store it for later:

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In an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Keep it in a cool, dry place away from direct heat and sunlight. Avoid the fridge because moisture softens popcorn and pretzels.

These simple tips and tricks will make your patriotic popcorn-pretzel snack mix perfectly colorful and crunchy every time:

Toss gently: You don't want to accidentally completely crumble the graham crackers, so go easy with the tossing.

Use fresh ingredients: Don't use the stale, leftover pretzels that have been in the pantry for way too long. They'll add a cardboard-like flavor to the snack mix. The same goes for the raisins and graham crackers.

Use store-bought: Sometimes I cut corners by buying store-bought pre-popped popcorn. You can too!

Add more candy: Toss in ¼-1/2 cup mini white marshmallows, red or blue jelly beans, or even Hot Tamales for some cinnamon-y heat.

Here’s what other no-cook snack-lovers are asking about this red white and blue snack mix for this summer!

Yes! Skip the peanuts and add extra pretzels or popcorn instead.

Absolutely! Jelly beans, mini marshmallows, and Hot Tamales work well.

Store it in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.

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This USA-inspired red white and blue snack mix is our favorite way to add flavor to patriotic celebrations! Share your creations on Instagram with @HungryWhisk, and don’t forget to subscribe for more easy patriotic snack ideas and recipe cards!