Crunch and Munch
Get ready to indulge in the ultimate snack-time treat with this irresistible Crunch and Munch recipe! A perfect blend of salty and sweet, this homemade caramel popcorn and peanut mix delivers all the satisfying crunch you crave. Coated in a rich, buttery caramel sauce made with brown sugar, light corn syrup, and a hint of vanilla, every bite is a delightful balance of flavors. Baked to golden perfection, this crowd-pleasing snack is wonderfully crisp and easy to make in under an hour. Whether you're hosting a movie night, whipping up party snacks, or just craving a delicious treat, this recipe will quickly become your go-to! Plus, it stores beautifully in an airtight container, making it a perfect make-ahead snack to share—or savor all for yourself. SEO Keywords: caramel popcorn recipe, crunchy snack mix, homemade Crunch and Munch, popcorn and peanut snack, sweet and salty treat.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 cups popped popcorn
- 1 cup roasted peanuts
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 0.25 cup light corn syrup
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the popped popcorn and roasted peanuts. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the brown sugar, corn syrup, and salt until fully combined.
Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring constantly. Once it reaches a boil, stop stirring and let it cook undisturbed for 5 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and carefully stir in the vanilla extract and baking soda. The mixture will bubble and foam—this is normal!
Pour the caramel sauce over the popcorn and peanut mixture. Use a spatula to gently toss and coat everything evenly.
Spread the coated popcorn mixture out onto the prepared baking sheet in an even layer.
Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes to ensure even coating and baking.
Once done, remove from the oven and let the snack mix cool completely on the baking sheet. It will crisp up as it cools.
Break into pieces and serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2866 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 181.8 g | 233% | |
| Saturated Fat | 69.8 g | 349% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 22.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 248 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 1898 mg | 83% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 310.7 g | 113% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.7 g | 78% | |
| Total Sugars | 251.0 g | ||
| Protein | 48.5 g | 97% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 241 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 4.5 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 1512 mg | 32% | |
*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.
