Ingredients
- Pretzel sticks, broken in half: 6 cups
- Plain Chex cereal: 4 cups
- Bugles: 3 cups
- White cheddar popcorn: 4 cups
- Candy eyeballs: 1 cup
- Dried cranberries: 1 cup
- Slivered almonds: 1/2 cup
- White chocolate melting wafers: 12 oz
Instructions
- Step 1: In a very large bowl, combine the pretzel sticks, Chex cereal, Bugles, white cheddar popcorn, dried cranberries, and slivered almonds.
- Step 2: Melt the white chocolate melting wafers according to package directions (usually microwaving in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth).
- Step 3: Drizzle the melted white chocolate over the snack mix, gently stirring to coat as evenly as possible. Be careful not to crush the popcorn and pretzels.
- Step 4: Spread the snack mix in a single layer on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet to allow the chocolate to set.
- Step 5: While the white chocolate is still slightly tacky, gently press the candy eyeballs into the mix, distributing them evenly.
- Step 6: Let the Vampire Bite Snack Mix cool completely until the white chocolate is firm. Break apart any large clumps and store in an airtight container.
Notes
- Store your Vampire Bite Snack Mix in a cool, dry place to keep the popcorn crisp and the chocolate from melting.
- This snack mix is best served at room temperature; no reheating is needed or recommended.
- For a spooky presentation, pile the Vampire Bite Snack Mix into a cauldron-shaped bowl for your Halloween gathering.
- Don't over-stir when adding the melted white chocolate; a light coating is key to prevent a soggy mix and ensure those eyeballs stay put!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American