Db'S Caramel Popcorn Bacon Mix Recipe

Name: Db'S Caramel Popcorn Bacon Mix
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (12 ounce) package thick-cut bacon; 1/2 cup real maple syrup; 3 quarts popped popcorn; 2 cups crispy rice cereal squares (such as Rice Chex(R)); 2 cups crispy wheat cereal squares (such as Wheat Chex(R)); 2 cups peanuts; 2 cups pretzel sticks; 1 cup butter; 2 cups brown sugar; 1/2 cup corn syrup; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda

Servings: persons

1 (12 ounce) package thick-cut bacon
1/2 cup real maple syrup
3 quarts popped popcorn
2 cups crispy rice cereal squares (such as Rice Chex(R))
2 cups crispy wheat cereal squares (such as Wheat Chex(R))
2 cups peanuts
2 cups pretzel sticks
1 cup butter
2 cups brown sugar
1/2 cup corn syrup
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1
Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
2
Arrange bacon slices close together and slightly overlapping onto the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle bacon slices evenly with maple syrup.
3
Place the baking sheet in the cold oven; set temperature to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Bake until bacon is crisp, about 20 minutes.
4
Transfer bacon slices to a paper towel-lined plate to cool. Crumble cooled bacon.
5
Reduce oven temperature to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). Line 2 baking sheets with aluminum foil.
6
Lightly mix popcorn, rice cereal, wheat cereal, peanuts, pretzels, and crumbled bacon together in a large bowl. Transfer to the prepared baking sheets.
7
Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat; mix brown sugar, corn syrup, and salt into the melted butter. Cook, stirring constantly, until mixture begins to boil. Boil mixture, without stirring, for 4 minutes.
8
Place popcorn mixture in the preheated oven to warm.
9
Remove the butter mixture from heat and mix in vanilla extract and baking soda until caramel begins to foam. Drizzle caramel in a thin stream over popcorn mixture, tossing to evenly coat.
10
Bake caramel corn in the oven, stirring every 15 minutes, until caramel coating is set, 1 hour. Let caramel corn cool completely before breaking into pieces.

1876

kcal

Calories

Fat

234

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (12 ounce) package thick-cut bacon, 1/2 cup real maple syrup, 3 quarts popped popcorn, 2 cups crispy rice cereal squares (such as Rice Chex(R)), and more.

Yes, Db'S Caramel Popcorn Bacon Mix falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Db'S Caramel Popcorn Bacon Mix

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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