Caramel Apple Snack Mix
Enjoy the irresistible crunch of Caramel Apple Snack Mix, a sweet-and-salty treat that’s perfect for fall gatherings, movie nights, or anytime snacking! Packed with mini pretzels, Cheerios, dried apple slices, and salted peanuts, this mix is drizzled with a luscious homemade caramel sauce made with butter, brown sugar, and light corn syrup. The addition of white chocolate chips and optional sea salt elevates every bite with a delightful balance of rich sweetness and savory undertones. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy-to-make snack mix bakes to golden perfection and is ideal for sharing—or savoring all on your own. Perfect for autumn recipes, caramel treats, and festive party snacks, this recipe is sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Mini pretzels
- 2 cups Cheerios (plain or apple-flavored)
- 1 cup Dried apple slices
- 1 cup Caramel bits (or soft caramels, chopped)
- 1 cup Salted peanuts
- 1 cup White chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar
- 0.25 cup Light corn syrup
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon Sea salt (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
In a large bowl, combine the mini pretzels, Cheerios, dried apple slices, salted peanuts, and white chocolate chips. Toss to mix evenly. Set aside.
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the brown sugar and light corn syrup, stirring until the mixture is smooth and begins to bubble. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Remove the caramel mixture from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Be careful as the mixture may bubble up slightly.
Immediately pour the caramel mixture over the snack mix in the bowl. Use a spatula to gently toss until all the ingredients are evenly coated.
Spread the coated snack mix onto the prepared baking sheet in an even layer.
Bake the mix for 10 minutes at 300°F, stirring halfway through for even baking.
Remove the snack mix from the oven and let it cool completely on the baking sheet. The caramel will harden as it cools.
Once cooled, break apart any large clumps and transfer the mix to a large airtight container for storage, or serve immediately.
Optionally, sprinkle with sea salt for a sweet and salty finish before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5300 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 218.2 g | 280% | |
| Saturated Fat | 95.1 g | 476% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 23.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 131 mg | 44% | |
| Sodium | 7265 mg | 316% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 790.7 g | 288% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 46.5 g | 166% | |
| Total Sugars | 446.2 g | ||
| Protein | 91.7 g | 183% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.8 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 1174 mg | 90% | |
| Iron | 29.7 mg | 165% | |
| Potassium | 3428 mg | 73% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
