Ingredients
- Pretzel sticks, broken into smaller pieces: 4 cups
- Bugles: 2 cups
- Dry Roasted Peanuts: 1 cup
- Red M&Ms: 1 cup
- Mini Marshmallows: 1 cup
- Garlic Powder: 1 tablespoon
- Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons
- Red food coloring: 5 drops
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 250°F (120°C).
- Step 2: In a large bowl, combine the pretzel pieces, Bugles, peanuts, M&Ms, and marshmallows.
- Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, garlic powder, and red food coloring until well combined.
- Step 4: Drizzle the olive oil mixture over the snack mix, tossing gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Step 5: Spread the snack mix in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Step 6: Bake for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until slightly toasted and dry. Let cool completely before serving or storing in an airtight container.
Notes
- Store your spooky snack mix in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, keeping those "bites" crisp!
- Reheating isn't recommended, but if you must, a very low oven (under 200°F/93°C) for just a few minutes can revive slightly softened mix.
- Serve this fun mix in small coffin-shaped bowls or paper cups for an extra creepy touch at your Halloween gathering.
- Don't be afraid to add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the oil mixture for a truly fiery "bite" that will keep the vampires away!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American