Caramel Snack Attack Mix
Dive into the irresistible world of sweet and salty perfection with this Caramel Snack Attack Mix! Bursting with crave-worthy ingredients like fluffy popped popcorn, crunchy mini pretzels, and salted peanuts, this snack mix is coated in a dreamy homemade caramel sauce that’s rich with buttery sweetness and a hint of vanilla. Baked to crispy, golden perfection and optionally topped with melty mini chocolate chips, this crowd-pleasing treat strikes the perfect balance between indulgence and satisfaction. Ready in under an hour, it’s a must-have for parties, movie nights, or gifting—and it stays fresh for days! Perfectly portable and addictively delicious, this caramel snack mix will have everyone coming back for more.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 cups Popped popcorn
- 2 cups Mini pretzels
- 1 cup Salted peanuts (or mixed nuts)
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Light brown sugar
- 0.25 cup Light corn syrup
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.5 cup Mini chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the popped popcorn, mini pretzels, and salted peanuts. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the brown sugar and corn syrup, stirring constantly until the mixture begins to bubble.
Once bubbling, allow the caramel mixture to boil for 3-4 minutes without stirring. Remove the saucepan from heat and carefully stir in the vanilla extract and baking soda. The mixture will foam slightly—this is normal.
Immediately pour the hot caramel over the popcorn mixture in the bowl. Use a spatula to gently toss and coat everything evenly.
Spread the caramel-coated snack mix onto the prepared baking sheet in an even layer.
Bake the snack mix in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes to ensure even coating and prevent burning.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the snack mix cool completely on the tray. As it cools, the caramel will harden.
If desired, sprinkle the mini chocolate chips over the cooled snack mix. The chips will slightly melt and adhere to the mix.
Break the cooled snack mix into bite-sized clusters and store in an airtight container for up to a week. Enjoy your Caramel Snack Attack Mix!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3746 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 147.2 g | 189% | |
| Saturated Fat | 52.2 g | 261% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 5711 mg | 248% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 596.6 g | 217% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.0 g | 114% | |
| Total Sugars | 307.1 g | ||
| Protein | 57.3 g | 115% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 380 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 19.7 mg | 109% | |
| Potassium | 1801 mg | 38% | |
*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.
