Caramel Corn Snack Mix Recipe

Name: Caramel Corn Snack Mix
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup unpopped popcorn; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1/2 cup butter; 1 cup packed brown sugar; 1/2 cup light corn syrup; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 cups small pretzel twists; 4 cups crispy rice cereal squares; 2 cups pecan halves

Servings: persons

1 cup unpopped popcorn
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 cup butter
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups small pretzel twists
4 cups crispy rice cereal squares
2 cups pecan halves

1
Preheat oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C).
2
Place popcorn in a large pot with 2 tablespoons vegetable oil. Over a low heat, begin to pop the popcorn. Constantly shake the pot to ensure that the popcorn kernels and oil do not burn. Once the popping has slowed, remove the pot from heat.
3
In a large saucepan, mix butter or margarine, brown sugar and corn syrup. Bring this mixture to a boil (over a medium heat) while stirring constantly. Reduce heat to medium-low and do not stir for 5 minutes. Remove the pan from heat and mix in baking powder and vanilla extract, stirring carefully.
4
In a large baking pan, combine popcorn, pretzels, cereal and pecans. Pour the butter mixture over the popcorn mixture, stir to coat.
5
Bake for 30 minutes, stirring the mixture after the first 15 minutes have elapsed.

2054

kcal

Calories

120

Fat

235

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup unpopped popcorn, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, 1/2 cup butter, 1 cup packed brown sugar, and more.

Yes, Caramel Corn Snack Mix falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Caramel Corn Snack Mix

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