Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup dried cranberries or cherry-flavored candies
- 1 cup roasted peanuts or mixed nuts
- 1 cup pretzel sticks or twists
- 1 cup white chocolate chips or white candy melts
- ½ cup red candy-coated chocolates (like M&Ms or similar)
- ½ cup black popcorn (optional, for extra color)
- Red food coloring (optional, for tinting white chocolate)
Instructions
- Melt the white chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth. Add a few drops of red food coloring for a vibrant hue.
- In a large bowl, combine the dried cranberries, roasted nuts, pretzel sticks, and red candy-coated chocolates. Gently stir to evenly distribute ingredients.
- Pour the melted white chocolate over the mixture and toss to coat everything thoroughly. Spread on a parchment-lined baking sheet and let set for about 30 minutes or until hardened.
- Optional: Mix in some black popcorn once the chocolate has set for a spooky nightscape effect.
Notes
- You can substitute nuts with seeds like pumpkin or sunflower seeds for an allergen-free version.
- Using dark or semi-sweet chocolate can give a less sweet, more balanced flavor.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or in the refrigerator for longer freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snacks
- Method: Mixing, Melting, Setting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 250 Kcal
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 5mg