Ingredients
- Bugles (original flavor): 1 (14.5 ounce) bag
- Pretzel sticks: 1 (1 pound) bag
- Oyster crackers: 1 (10 ounce) package
- White chocolate chips: 1 (12 ounce) bag
- Red food coloring: 1 teaspoon
- Vegetable oil: 1 tablespoon
- Powdered sugar: 1/4 cup
- Candy eyeballs: 1/2 cup
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, combine the Bugles, pretzel sticks, and oyster crackers.
- Step 2: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the white chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until completely smooth.
- Step 3: Stir the red food coloring and vegetable oil into the melted white chocolate until you achieve a blood-red color.
- Step 4: Pour the red-colored white chocolate over the snack mix in the bowl and gently toss to coat evenly.
- Step 5: Spread the coated snack mix in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Step 6: Sprinkle the powdered sugar and candy eyeballs over the snack mix while the chocolate is still wet. Let it cool completely until the chocolate is set before serving or storing in an airtight container.
Notes
- Store the Vampire Bite Snack Mix in an airtight container at room temperature to keep the Bugles and pretzels from getting stale.
- Reheating isn't recommended as it will melt the chocolate, but you can revive slightly softened chocolate by briefly chilling the mix in the freezer.
- Serve this spooky snack mix in small cauldrons or Halloween-themed bowls for a festive touch.
- For a smoother, glossier "blood" coating, add a tiny pinch of salt to the melted white chocolate before adding the food coloring.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American