PB&J Trail Mix
Last Updated: July 2026
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If you’re looking for a fun snack that both kids and adults will reach for, this PB&J Trail Mix is one of our family’s favorites! It takes everything you love about a classic peanut butter and jelly sandwich and transforms it into an irresistible sweet and salty snack mix that’s perfect for busy days.
The combination of crunchy peanut butter cereal, berry cereal, salty pretzels, roasted peanuts, chewy fruit snacks, creamy peanut butter chips, and berry yogurt-covered raisins creates the perfect balance of flavors and textures. Every handful is a little different, making it impossible to stop at just one!
One of my favorite things about this recipe is how incredibly simple it is. There is no baking, no melting chocolate, and no waiting for anything to cool. Just pour everything into a bowl, mix it together, and you have a snack that’s ready to enjoy in minutes.
Whether I’m filling snack containers for my kids, packing road trip snacks, setting out something for movie night, or simply wanting an easy treat to keep in the pantry, this trail mix always disappears fast.
Why You’ll Love This PB&J Trail Mix
This recipe has quickly become a repeat in our house because it’s:
- Ready in less than 10 minutes
- No baking required
- Perfect for lunchboxes
- Great for road trips and vacations
- Easy to customize with your favorite snacks
- Sweet, salty, crunchy, chewy, and packed with peanut butter and berry flavor
It’s also a great recipe to make ahead for the week. I love portioning it into individual snack containers so everyone can grab one on the way out the door.
Ingredients
- 2 cups Captain Crunch Peanut Butter Cereal
- 2 cups Very Berry Cheerios
- 1½ cups pretzel rounds
- 1 (8-ounce) bag Welch’s Berries & Cherries Fruit Snacks
- 1½ cups peanuts
- ½ cup peanut butter chips
- 3 boxes strawberry and vanilla yogurt-covered raisins
How to Make PB&J Trail Mix
Making this recipe couldn’t be easier.
Step 1
Pour all of the ingredients into a large mixing bowl.
Step 2
Gently stir until everything is evenly distributed. You want every scoop to have a little bit of everything.
Step 3
Transfer the trail mix into an airtight container, snack jars, or individual grab-and-go snack bags.
That’s it! No oven, no complicated steps, and barely any cleanup.
What Makes This Trail Mix So Good?
Every ingredient brings something different to the mix.
The Captain Crunch Peanut Butter Cereal adds that peanut butter flavor that makes this recipe taste like one half of the classic sandwich.
Very Berry Cheerios adds the other half of the classic sandwich by adding the berry sweetness and a fun pop of color.
The pretzel rounds balance everything with a salty crunch.
Peanuts add protein and even more crunchy flavor, while the peanut butter chips give a smooth texture like peanut butter being spread on bread
Finally, the Welch’s Berries & Cherries Fruit Snacks and strawberry-vanilla yogurt-covered raisins bring the “jelly” flavor that ties the whole recipe together.
The result is a snack mix that’s sweet enough to feel like a treat but satisfying enough to curb those afternoon cravings.
Perfect Occasions for PB&J Trail Mix
This snack mix is incredibly versatile. We love making it for:
- School lunches
- After-school snacks
- Summer camp
- By the pool
- Road trips
- Beach days
- Family movie nights
- Birthday parties
- Holiday snack tables
- Picnics
- Sports tournaments
It also makes a fun homemade gift when packaged in a cute jar with a ribbon.
Easy Ways to Customize It
One of the best things about homemade trail mix is that you can easily make it your own.
Try adding:
- Mini marshmallows
- White chocolate chips
- Freeze-dried strawberries
- Banana chips
- Mini peanut butter cups
- Honey roasted peanuts
- Chocolate-covered raisins
- Teddy Grahams
- Mini pretzels
Storage Tips
Store your PB&J Trail Mix in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
If you’re making it ahead for lunches, portion it into reusable snack containers or zip-top bags so it’s ready whenever you need it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes! In fact, it’s one of my favorite snacks to prep ahead because it stores well and tastes just as good days later.
Can I use different cereals?
Absolutely. Any peanut butter cereal paired with a berry-flavored cereal works well in this recipe.
Is this recipe kid-friendly?
Definitely! Kids love the sweet peanut butter and berry flavors, and it’s one of those snacks that’s always a hit at playdates, parties, and school lunches.
Final Thoughts
If you’re a fan of peanut butter and jelly, this trail mix is a fun twist on the classic flavors we all grew up loving. It’s quick to make, easy to customize, and perfect for keeping on hand whenever snack cravings hit.
Whether you’re packing lunches, filling your pantry with grab-and-go snacks, or creating a fun treat for family movie night, this PB&J Trail Mix is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.
If you give this recipe a try, I’d love to hear what you think! Let me know if you added your own favorite mix-ins or found a new family favorite combination.
