Nutty Popcorn Snack Mix

Health score
2%
Nutty Popcorn Snack Mix
45 min.
10
823kcal

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If you're in search of a delightful snack that combines sweet and savory flavors, look no further than our Nutty Popcorn Snack Mix! Perfect for parties, family movie nights, or simply as an irresistible treat to enjoy any day of the week, this mix is a true crowd-pleaser. With its crunchy pretzels, chewy candy corn or chocolate-coated treats, and the comforting taste of buttery caramel popcorn, it’s an explosion of textures and tastes that will keep everyone coming back for more.

What sets this recipe apart is the unique caramel mixture that envelops each piece, creating a delightful sweetness balanced by a hint of salt. The dry-roasted peanuts add a nutty flavor that enhances the overall experience, while the base of freshly popped popcorn provides a light and airy touch. Whether you're preparing it for a gathering or craving a late-night snack, this Nutty Popcorn Snack Mix is incredibly easy to make, requiring just a few simple steps and minimal time.

So gather your ingredients and turn your kitchen into a haven of delightful aromas and tastes. Soon enough, you'll be breaking into delicious chunks of this homemade snack mix, sharing it with loved ones or hoarding it all for yourself—we won’t tell! Get ready to impress with this sweet and crunchy delight that embodies the fun of snacking!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda 
  • cups brown sugar packed
  • cup butter 
  • cups candy-coated chocolates 
  • 0.5 cup plus dark
  • cup dry-roasted peanuts 
  • 16 cups popped popcorn 
  • cups pretzel twists mini
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • roasting pan
  • wax paper
  • candy thermometer

Directions

  1. Combine popcorn and pretzels in a large roasting pan; set aside.
  2. Combine brown sugar, butter, corn syrup and salt in a heavy medium saucepan. Cook over medium heat 12 to 14 minutes, stirring occasionally, until mixture comes to a full boil.
  3. Continue cooking and stirring 4 to 6 minutes, until mixture reaches the soft-ball stage, or 234 to 243 degrees on a candy thermometer.
  4. Remove from heat, stir in baking soda and vanilla.
  5. Pour over popcorn and pretzels in pan; add peanuts. Stir until mixture is coated well.
  6. Bake at 200 for 20 minutes; stir.
  7. Bake for an additional 25 minutes. Immediately spoon onto wax paper, let cool completely. Break into pieces; store in an airtight container. Makes about 24 cups.

Nutrition Facts

Calories823kcal
Protein5.07%
Fat39.04%
Carbs55.89%

Properties

Glycemic Index
28.93
Glycemic Load
32.9
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
10.164347946644%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:822.95kcal
41.15%
Fat:36.71g
56.48%
Saturated Fat:18.97g
118.58%
Carbohydrates:118.25g
39.42%
Net Carbohydrates:112.56g
40.93%
Sugar:82.61g
91.79%
Cholesterol:55.04mg
18.35%
Sodium:712.15mg
30.96%
Alcohol:0.14g
100%
Alcohol %:0.1%
100%
Protein:10.73g
21.45%
Manganese:0.78mg
39.22%
Fiber:5.7g
22.79%
Vitamin B3:3.77mg
18.85%
Folate:63.44µg
15.86%
Phosphorus:155.82mg
15.58%
Magnesium:61.86mg
15.47%
Iron:2.76mg
15.34%
Vitamin A:694.95IU
13.9%
Calcium:114.98mg
11.5%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.52%
Copper:0.21mg
10.29%
Potassium:290.67mg
8.3%
Zinc:1.1mg
7.31%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.31%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
5.05%
Selenium:3.28µg
4.69%
Vitamin B5:0.45mg
4.52%
Vitamin E:0.68mg
4.52%
Vitamin K:2.4µg
2.28%
Source:My Recipes